Lipedema

Often labelled as simple obesity, cellulite or lymphedema, accurate diagnosis requires a doctor experienced in differentiating it from similar conditions.

There is no one diagnostic protocol for lipedema. A clinical diagnosis by experienced doc must include patient’s detailed medical history & physical assessment.

Lipedema (known as Painful Fat Syndrome) is a frequently misunderstood chronic medical condition that affects a staggering 370 million women worldwide. 

Women with lipedema in the legs live with unbearable pain and invisible symptoms. We need to raise awareness in Singapore so patients can get proper care.

Lipedema is not weight-related but it can coexist with obesity and is often confused by other conditions. Here's how you can identify & self-diagnose lipedema.

Recognising the symptoms of lipedema, lymphedema, and cellulite is the first step toward obtaining an accurate diagnosis to receive the appropriate treatment.