- An article titled “New Insights on Lipedema: The Enigmatic Disease of the Peripheral Fat” was published in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in December 2019 by a team of surgeons from Switzerland and Germany.

- This study evaluated the experiences of over 200 women with stage 2 lipedema before and after undergoing liposuction.

- The survey highlights that women with lipedema often face long delays in diagnosis and treatment, frequently suffer from low thyroid function, and endure depression and pain, significantly impacting their quality of life.

- On a positive note, the women in this study generally experienced good outcomes from their liposuction surgeries.

- If you are considering surgery, it’s crucial to discuss the risks and benefits thoroughly with your surgeon and loved ones.