It can also affect those who have an eating disorder such as anorexia.
The irregular build-up of fat cells that is seen in lipoedema can occur in people in all weight ranges, from those who are excessively overweight to those who are underweight. Buying clothes is often difficult for people with lipoedema, as their upper and lower body are very different in size. Restrictions in mobility may contribute to people with lipoedema developing low self-esteem and other problems such as anxiety, as well as restricting their social life. People with lipoedema may find it difficult to walk or to participate in physical activities, exercise and other aspects of everyday life. your legs and other affected areas hurt and feel uncomfortable – swelling may become worse in the afternoon, evening, after activity or in hot weather.your legs and other affected areas are sensitive to touch.you may have small varicose or spider veins in the affected areas.you bruise easily in the affected areas.
#Thigh squish skin#
affected areas feel 'spongy' and cool and the skin is generally soft and subtle.your legs appear symmetrically swollen – swelling can occur from the hips down to the ankles and your legs appear column-like the feet are not usually affected.Commonly there is a fatty area on the inside of the knees and the outside of the hips. Fat is distributed unevenly in your legs and buttocks instead of in a regular pattern. Lipoedema occurs because of the way that fat (adipose tissue) is distributed under your skin. Lipoedema can have a significant impact on quality of life. Sometimes lipoedema is mistaken for excessive lymphoedema, weight gain, obesity or cellulite or is assumed to be due to a lack of exercise. Over time, lipoedema can result in fluid retention in the affected parts, resulting in a medical condition called lymphoedema.Īlthough it has not been confirmed, it is thought that lipoedema may have a genetic basis, as in some cases there is a family history of the condition. The affected areas can be tender and there is a general tendency to bruise easily. Lipoedema is a condition that mostly affects women and is characterised by a symmetrical swelling in the legs, thighs and buttocks and sometimes the arms.
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