What is lipedema?
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Lipedema is a chronic and progressive disorder of the adipose (fat) tissue. It is sometimes called painful fat syndrome. The exact cause of lipedema is not clear. It's not caused by being overweight – you can be a healthy weight and still get it. It may be caused by changes in your hormones.
Lipedema is a chronic and progressive disorder of the adipose (fat) tissue. It is sometimes called painful fat syndrome. The exact cause of lipedema is not clear.It's not caused by being overweight – you can be a healthy weight and still get it.It may be caused by changes in your hormones.
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