Adrienne Santos-Longhurst

Lipedema is an underrecognized condition that’s often misdiagnosed as a weight problem. This chronic medical condition that almost exclusively affects women causes abnormal, symmetrical deposits of fibrous fatty tissue to build up in the lower body, creating a lumpy appearance, and often pain and heaviness in the legs. If you or someone you know is living with lipedema, this comprehensive article by Adrienne Santos-Longhurst for CareCredit explains the condition and goes through lipedema treatment options and what they cost.