I have lipedema and can't afford the cost ($20K) of going to Germany where there are surgeons (Dr. Stutz, being one) that have been doing this technique for years. Most doctors are not even familiar with Lipedema and think diet and excercise will fix it. Its not that, and I am so tired of the pain, itching, fat growth, etc. Plus, with an already compromised lymphatic system, there is great skill needed to perform this surgery.
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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...
Lipedema can not be diagnosed by looking at photos. Lipedema is diagnosed by the presence of specific symptoms, and history consistent with it, and the presence of multiple physical signs on exam.
Looking at your photos, I do not appreciate any sign of cuffs or disproportionate shape that...
From your description and your photos, it is possible but not that likely that you have lipedema as you don't report symptoms. Proper diagnosis of lipedema requires a detailed history and specialized focused exam by a physician with experience diagnosing lipedema. However, your concerns about...
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