I have stage 1 lipoedema maybe some stage 2. I need to find a doctor that is familiar with this condition and would like to know if they are familiar with transthermal lyposuction for this condition? also what are the costs?
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June 23, 2016
Answer: Lipedema and Liposuction
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Our office specializes in lipedema treatment and you may be a good candidate for lipedema liposuction. Lipedema is far different than regular fat deposition and requires a methodical approach by a trained surgeon. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
I would concur with many of my colleagues that it is a bad idea to remove lipomas with liposuction.
Lipomas are abnormal growths of cells. Although the vast majority of them are non cancerous, lipomas can be invasive. Removal of them is usually straightforward for a board certified plastic...
Liberty man is a bit like a syndrome.
We don’t really understand the cause, ideology or why it happens.
It could simply represent a genetic tendency towards fat distribution that has heavy emphasis on extremities.
There’s no test, there is no real treatment, other than Liposuction, and for mos...