An uncertain uphill battle - experiences and consequences of living with lipedema.

Johan Dahlberg Elisabet Nylander Margareta Persson Alexander Shayesteh

Published in: International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being (2023)

Symptoms and restrictions caused by lipedema affect women's livelihood and future, as there are no indications for disease improvement. Preventive work aimed at reducing health deterioration should be a priority. More research is needed to raise healthcare awareness regarding difficulties experienced by patients with lipedema.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
public health
polycystic ovary syndrome
health information
current status
pregnancy outcomes
sleep quality
pregnant women
climate change
risk assessment
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
health insurance