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Lip(o)edema

Lip(o)edema

Lip(o)edema

Lip(o)edema is a painful chronically progressive condition in which an abnormal type of fat accumulates in a specific part of the body; mostly the legs and buttocks. This fat is sometimes accompanied by fluid swelling then creating lipo-lymphedema and other changes. 


Facts about Lip(o)edema:

• it can be inherited

• it develops gradually during puberty

• it causes tenderness and bruising to the    skin

• it can lead to immobility

• it is often misdiagnosed for obesity 

• it worsens with trauma

• it is suspected that female hormones play a role

• it is not affected by diet and/or exercise 

Lymphedema

Lip(o)edema

Lip(o)edema

Lymphedema is defined as a condition where the extremities become swollen with fluid as a result of damage to the lymphatic system. 


Symptoms of Lymphedema:

1. Swelling in arms and/or legs

2. Feeling heaviness or tightness in affected limb. 

3. Difficulty fitting clothes, shoes and jewelry

4. Restricted range of motion

5. Recurring infections 

6. Hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis)


Treatment

Lip(o)edema

Treatment

There are no known cures for either lip(o)edema or lymphedema. However, there are treatments designed to help improve a person's quality of life which manages and maintains the symptoms.


1. Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy  with compression wraps. 


2. Compression garments (stockings)


3. Compression pumps


4. Liposuction  

Lippy fat

How to get diagnosed

Treatment

Lip(o)edema fat resemble like pebbled-like shapes whic ccan bebe seen clearly when the skin is pinch

Lippy fat resembles pebbled-like clusters which can be seen very clearly once the skin is pinched. 

How to get diagnosed

How to get diagnosed

How to get diagnosed

It can be very difficult telling the difference between obseity, lip(o)edema, and lymphedema. This i

It can be very difficult identifying if a person has lip(o)edema, hence why many woman are  often misdiagnosed. If you suspect you or someone you know may have this disease, it is recommended that you see a doctor that specializes in vascular medicine. 

Depression

How to get diagnosed

How to get diagnosed

Dealing with a dreadful life changing condition can be a lot for anyone to handle emotionally. This is why it is not uncommon for a person dealing with lipo-lymphedema to suffer with depression however, you don't have to deal with things on your own. Seek out support groups in your community or online; and finding a therapist can also help! 

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