lipoedema awareness month
June is Lipoedema Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a condition that affects millions of women but often goes undiagnosed — and misdiagnosed as obesity. We're here to raise awareness, share support, and provide real solutions to help manage Lipoedema with confidence and comfort to affected women.
what is lipoedema?
what is lipoedema?
Lipoedema is a chronic, progressive disorder characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat cells, primarily in the legs and, less commonly, the arms. This condition leads to a symmetrical enlargement of the limbs, often resulting in pain, tenderness, and easy bruising. Despite being frequently misdiagnosed as obesity or lymphedema, lipoedema is distinct in its presentation and requires specialized management.
Hormonal Influence: Lipoedema predominantly affects women and is often triggered or exacerbated during hormonal changes such as puberty, pregnancy, or menopause.
Resistant to Diet and Exercise: Unlike general obesity, the fat deposits associated with lipoedema do not respond to traditional weight-loss methods.
Importance of Early Diagnosis: Recognizing lipoedema early is crucial for effective management, which may include compression therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, and, in some cases, surgical intervention.
Approximately 70% of women reporting symptom development before the age of 30.
Up to 50% of those diagnosed are initially misdiagnosed as having obesity or lymphedema, delaying proper care.
Lipoedema affects approximately 1 in 10 women worldwide, translating to around 400 million individuals.
Despite early symptom onset, only 2% of women receive a proper diagnosis, highlighting a critical gap in early detection.
Identify
Look for signs such as symmetrical swelling in the legs or arms, pain, tenderness, and easy bruising—especially if it doesn't improve with diet or exercise.
Manage
Use medically recommended compression garments like SIGVARIS Flat Knit, combined with movement, lymphatic massage, and guidance from healthcare professionals
Empower
Stay informed, connect with support communities, and take an active role in your care to improve quality of life and regain confidence.
Let's Talk Lipoedema
Let's Talk Lipoedema
"As soon as I put them on, I was amazed. For the first time, I could stand all day in my job without pain. That was the moment I knew—I'll never use any other brand again. Since then, I've used Sigvaris for 6 years and I recommend them to every woman with lipoedema."
— Natalie, Makeup Artist & Mum of Three.
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phlebologist and Lipedema expert
phlebologist and Lipedema expert
Dr. Chris Lekich
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