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Moon facies

Moon facies

If your face has gradually swollen into a rounded shape, you may have moon facies. Also called moon face, this is usually not serious. But it may make you feel self-conscious. Moon facies occurs when extra fat builds up on the sides of the face. It is often related to obesity but can be from Cushing's syndrome. The effects of it are most noticeable around the cheeks and chin, making the face appear more “apple-y” and full, hence the term moon face. Moon face, otherwise known as moon facies

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