Lipoedema UK and Talk Lipoedema give help and advice about managing lipoedema. They can also put you in touch with other people with it. Causes of lipoedema counselling or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) if you're finding it difficult to cope with your symptoms and you feel depressed looking after your skin – for example, by regularly using moisturising cream ( emollients) to stop your skin drying out Some people have mild symptoms that do not affect their life. Others can struggle with physical problems, blaming themselves for the changes in their body, and have mental health problems. Other causes of large or swollen legs

a procedure to get rid of the fat ( liposuction) if your symptoms are particularly severe – you may need more than 1 operation and it may not be available on the NHS This can affect any part of the body, but usually develops in the arms or legs and develops when the lymphatic system does not work properly. Lipoedema can make your bottom, thighs, lower legs and sometimes your arms look out of proportion with the rest of the body.

If you have swelling in all or part of a limb or another part of the body, it could be lymphoedema. No Ads + Exclusive Content + HD Videos + Cancel Anytime Claim your 7 day free access By signing up today,