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Can you use lipedema fat around the hips for a breast fat transfer?

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FrancypantsAug 13, 2024

I'm not even sure if I have lipedema as there's no definitive way to get a diagnosis. If I do have it I'm stage one. I am curious if I could use fat around my hips for a breast fat transfer if I have lipedema?

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