- Dr. Nicolas Zwillinger, Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
It is estimated that lipedema affects one in ten women.
When interviewing women during consultations, it becomes clear that the condition manifests itself as early as puberty. This is followed by a long history of suffering and insecurities, discomfort, and sometimes depression.
Patients feel misunderstood, suffering because they cannot put their ailments into words.
Until now, doctors have been unable to help or diagnose these patients.
Many women have been told: “You just need to lose weight or exercise! That’s just how you’re built! It’s your body type…”
Lipedema is a condition that remains largely unknown and is often confused with obesity or lymphedema.
Lipedema is a condition that remains largely misunderstood and is often confused with obesity or lymphedema. However, it is a distinct condition that requires special attention. In this article, we aim to provide more information about this condition and raise public awareness of its symptoms.
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The prevalence of lipedema remains unclear, but it is estimated that approximately one in ten women is affected. Its causes are debated among specialists and can vary, ranging from purely hereditary factors (in two out of three cases) to hormonal triggers such as puberty, pregnancy, contraceptive use, ormenopause. Furthermore, lipedema may be associated with venous and/or lymphatic insufficiency, which further complicates its diagnosis and management.