Lipedema and lymphedema are distinct medical conditions, both of which involve abnormal swelling primarily in the limbs. Although they may appear similar to the untrained eye, several key differences help in distinguishing one from the other.

An introduction to the new Lippy Logic educational series for lipedema patients, with Dr. David Amron.

Almost 11 percent of women suffer from lipedema, a condition that causes fat to accumulate disproportionately on the legs, abdomen, and arms. Lipedema can be quite painful, as well as embarrassing. Additionally, lipedema fat is highly-resistant to diet and exercise. While the...