All articles tagged with #lipedema
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC News
Aurora McCausland, a social media influencer with lipedema, faces challenges in getting insurance coverage for specialized liposuction treatment, highlighting the disease's under-recognition and the need for better diagnosis and treatment options for women affected by this painful condition.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TODAY
Allison Jacobs, a dancer from Tampa, Florida, shares her journey of living with and undergoing surgery to treat lipedema, a condition characterized by abnormal fat tissue deposits. Despite struggling with body image and being repeatedly told to lose weight, she was diagnosed with lipedema later in life. After finding a specialist and undergoing surgery, Jacobs is sharing her experience on social media to raise awareness and help others with the condition. Dr. David Amron, a lipedema specialist, explains the under-recognized nature of the condition and the potential for life-changing treatment through liposuction. Jacobs has already undergone her first surgery and is experiencing positive changes in her mobility and body image, and looks forward to further procedures.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Esther Hollander shares her experience with lipedema, a connective tissue disease that causes abnormal fat buildup in the lower extremities. Lipedema, often misdiagnosed as obesity, affects 1 in 72,000 people, mostly women. Hollander's struggle with weight and the societal pressure to conform to certain beauty standards took a toll on her self-esteem. After years of unsuccessful diets and weight fluctuations, she discovered she had lipedema, which explained the rapid growth of fat in her lower body. The condition is resistant to traditional diet and exercise, but surgical intervention and other treatments can help alleviate symptoms and improve mobility. Hollander emphasizes the importance of medical professionals taking lipedema seriously and not dismissing it as a result of obesity.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Molly Friar, an event planner in Sacramento, California, has suffered from lipedema, a painful fat buildup disorder, since she was 11 years old. Despite being fit and athletic, Friar's lower body carried an abnormal amount of fat, causing debilitating pain and impaired mobility. After years of struggling with shame and misdiagnosis, Friar underwent lipedema surgery, a combination of liposuction and fat nodule removal, which significantly improved her quality of life. She regained mobility and experienced newfound freedom. Friar hopes to raise awareness about lipedema to help others recognize the symptoms and seek appropriate treatment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Esther Hollander, a personal trainer, experienced rapid weight gain concentrated in her legs and debilitating pain. Despite her concerns, doctors attributed her symptoms to obesity. Eventually, she was diagnosed with lipedema, a condition causing painful fat deposits. Hollander advocated for herself, researched lipedema, and underwent multiple surgeries to regain mobility and reduce pain. She spent over $50,000 out of pocket for the surgeries, which were medically necessary. Hollander has decided to embrace her body and her condition, no longer feeling shame, and continues to work as a personal trainer to help others.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
Esther Hollander, a personal trainer, struggled with weight gain and debilitating pain in her legs. Initially dismissed by doctors as related to obesity, she was later diagnosed with lipedema, a condition causing painful fat deposits. After researching and trying non-invasive treatments, she opted for surgery to regain mobility and reduce pain. Despite facing challenges finding a surgeon familiar with her condition, she spent over $50,000 out of pocket for the medically necessary surgeries. Hollander has embraced her body and is determined to help others as a personal trainer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo! Voices
Jacqueline Adan, who lost 350 pounds, struggled with doctors dismissing her concerns about the size of her legs, attributing it to her weight. After regaining weight in her arms and hips, she suspected she had lipedema, a condition where abnormal fat tissue collects under the skin. Despite being told by doctors that she was just "fat," she sought out a lipedema specialist who confirmed her diagnosis. Lipedema, a chronic health condition, predominantly affects women and causes abnormal fat accumulation in the legs and arms. Adan hopes to raise awareness about lipedema and the need for better education and research in order to prevent misdiagnosis and provide proper treatment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Jacqueline Adan, who lost 350 pounds, struggled with doctors dismissing her concerns about the size of her legs, attributing it to her weight. After regaining weight in her arms and hips, she suspected she had lipedema, a condition where abnormal fat tissue accumulates under the skin. Despite being told by doctors that she was just "fat," she persisted and sought a diagnosis from a lipedema specialist, confirming her suspicions. Lipedema, a chronic condition predominantly affecting women, causes pain, swelling, and a heavy feeling in the legs. Adan hopes to raise awareness about lipedema and the need for better education and research in order to prevent misdiagnosis and provide proper treatment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
A woman shares her experience of being repeatedly told by doctors to "just lose weight" to alleviate her pain, despite her efforts to diet and exercise. After years of frustration and failed weight loss attempts, she was finally diagnosed with lipedema, a chronic condition characterized by a buildup of fat in the legs and arms. The diagnosis brought her hope and understanding, as she learned to care for her lipedema body through specialized treatments and techniques. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on managing the condition rather than solely pursuing weight loss, and highlights the emotional toll of being judged and ridiculed by the medical community.