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Bariatric lipedema pt w/ a 21.0 BMI

SM8778Nov 5, 2024
I have lipedema & will be getting lipo/skin removal to my arms, legs, & stomach. I lost a lot of weight & have a lot of loose skin. I’m 5’1 & 111 lbs; BMI 21.0. I’m having a difficult time mentally accepting the fact I’m still considered a high volume/bariatric pt at 111 lbs. Will liposuction and skin removal make a difference if I’m still fat at 111 lbs? Thighs- 20in, calf 14.5, upper arms 12 in, and waist 25/26 in. Having doubts lipo/skin removal will make me proportionate…..

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Lipedema is a subcutaneos adipose fascial disease that has specific signs and symptoms. Looks like you could have lipedema from your photos. It looks like ou could have lipedema in your legs. However, to properly diagnose you need to have an in person consultation with a diagnosis by a doctor...

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To properly diagnose you need to have an in person consultation with a diagnosis by a doctor who is knowledgeable/ epert in diagnosing lipedema. Lipedema cant be diagnosed by photos. It requires a physicial exam and most importantly other diagnosis need to be ruled out often with an Ultrasound....

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Looking and your photos and reading your symptoms it is quite possible that you have lipedema on both your arms and legs. The principal specialists who diagnose lipedema are Venous and Lymphatic Specialists and Vascular Medicine Specialists. However, some endocrinologists and primary care...

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