I have hormonal imbalances (insulin resistent im prediabetic) and despite diet and exercise I just can't loose fat from my midsection. I have tried physical therapy (for the tenderness), nutritionists, personal trainers. I finally went to an ND who suggested finding a lipedema specialist. All the research I've done shows pics of legs and arms not abdomen. How do I find a doctor to take me seriously? I'm on the slimmer side but my fat feels lumpy and disproportionate.
Answer: Many different kinds of Fat Disorders Erani, There are many different metabolic conditions that affect fat distribution. The most common metabolic condition is insulin resistance which causes fat deposition in the internal abdominal cavity, also called visceral fat accumulation. There is lipomatosis or subcutaneous fat deposition disorder called multiple symmetric lipomatosis that cause excess fat accumulation in the abdomen and arms of people but generally spares the legs. Lipedema is another metabolic lipomatosis that usually affect the leg and sometimes the arm and abdomen but never just the abdomen.
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Answer: Many different kinds of Fat Disorders Erani, There are many different metabolic conditions that affect fat distribution. The most common metabolic condition is insulin resistance which causes fat deposition in the internal abdominal cavity, also called visceral fat accumulation. There is lipomatosis or subcutaneous fat deposition disorder called multiple symmetric lipomatosis that cause excess fat accumulation in the abdomen and arms of people but generally spares the legs. Lipedema is another metabolic lipomatosis that usually affect the leg and sometimes the arm and abdomen but never just the abdomen.
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August 2, 2022
Answer: Lipedema Although lipedema classically affects the thighs, calves/ankles, and upper arms, it can also affect the torso area. The fat in lipedema can be metabolically active and contribute to a metabolic/hormonal imbalance leading to the accumulation of fat in the torso area. I would seek an in-person or virtual consultation with a lipedema specialist to thoroughly review your history and photos (and if possible, to conduct a physical examination) to determine if you have lipedema.
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August 2, 2022
Answer: Lipedema Although lipedema classically affects the thighs, calves/ankles, and upper arms, it can also affect the torso area. The fat in lipedema can be metabolically active and contribute to a metabolic/hormonal imbalance leading to the accumulation of fat in the torso area. I would seek an in-person or virtual consultation with a lipedema specialist to thoroughly review your history and photos (and if possible, to conduct a physical examination) to determine if you have lipedema.
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Answer: Lipedema on the stomach. Lipedema usually affects women. It usually starts above the belly button and goes down along the legs. Commonly it also involves the arms. Unfortunately, there is no easy way to diagnose lipedema. It’s a combination of easy bruising, pain, and hypersensitivity. The problem is that some patients do not have typical pain or bruising. Some patients have components of other rare fat disorders. And I also realize that sometimes it’s difficult to find somebody comfortable with the diagnosis of the disease because most doctors hear the name of lipedema and all the fat disorders in their medical school once or twice and have no additional knowledge about it. It is rare to have isolated abdominal issues. Just because you cannot lose fat in the abdomen does not mean you have Lipedema. I suggest seeing a qualified and experienced Doctor In Lipedema to know if you technically have Lipedema. The treatment for lipedema is liposuction. If you do not have lipedema, you can still have liposuction. In essence, the question is who will pay for it, you or the insurance company.
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Answer: Lipedema on the stomach. Lipedema usually affects women. It usually starts above the belly button and goes down along the legs. Commonly it also involves the arms. Unfortunately, there is no easy way to diagnose lipedema. It’s a combination of easy bruising, pain, and hypersensitivity. The problem is that some patients do not have typical pain or bruising. Some patients have components of other rare fat disorders. And I also realize that sometimes it’s difficult to find somebody comfortable with the diagnosis of the disease because most doctors hear the name of lipedema and all the fat disorders in their medical school once or twice and have no additional knowledge about it. It is rare to have isolated abdominal issues. Just because you cannot lose fat in the abdomen does not mean you have Lipedema. I suggest seeing a qualified and experienced Doctor In Lipedema to know if you technically have Lipedema. The treatment for lipedema is liposuction. If you do not have lipedema, you can still have liposuction. In essence, the question is who will pay for it, you or the insurance company.
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February 7, 2022
Answer: Understanding lipedema You do not have Lipedema.
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February 7, 2022
Answer: Understanding lipedema You do not have Lipedema.
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