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Multifaced lipoedema: a problematic and complex condition in the population of young women

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Tomczak J., Dzierla J., Sarba A., Fałczyńska A., Krasiński Z., Gabriel M.

European Journal of Translational and Clinical Medicine

2025

vol. 8

issue 1

103-112

Lipedema is a chronic disease with various manifestation of symptoms, related to excessive deposition of subcutaneous adipose tissue in the legs, hips and buttocks. The scale of the problem is enormous and may affect up to one in five women. Lipedema is often underdiagnosed and misdiagnosed with lymphedema, obesity or lipohypertrophy. In recent years, lipedema has been diagnosed in an increasing number of younger women, and its first symptoms may manifest already in puberty. Even though it is often perceived as only an aesthetic problem, it has a huge impact on the quality of life, mental health, self-esteem or self-confidence. Moreover, lipedema causes stigmatization, unfortunately also in healthcare professionals. Nevertheless, recently, diagnostic criteria (also ultrasound) have been created, and lipedema has been classified in ICD-10 (E88.2). There are also more and more treatment options, with emphasis on the role of psychological care. Awareness and knowledge of lipedema have also increased despite its underestimation but still is not enough. The multidimensional nature of lipedema and its impact on many aspects of life highlights the essential role of comprehensive support to patients. Nowadays, in times of caring for mental health, it is crucial to increase public awareness and spread knowledge about lipedema.

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1 European Journal of Translational and Clinical Medicine

1 2025

1 Dzierla J.

1 Fałczyńska A.

1 Gabriel M.

1 Krasiński Z.

1 Sarba A.

1 Tomczak J.

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Multifaced lipoedema: a problematic and complex condition in the population of young women