12
Jul
Jessica Wilson is a lipolymphedema patient who says, "I'm not a victim. I'm not a 'sit still' girl. And I'm not going to let this define me."
Published: 12 July, 2022
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16
May
Learning that lipedema "was actually a thing" was liberating for Lori Paquette, who lived until her 50s with the question "What was going on with my thighs?"
Published: 16 May, 2022
22
Aug
To learn that the condition that had plagued her for decades had a name was a relief for Amy Vasquez. For years she heard "calories in, calories out" and was even accused by medical professionals of eating more than she admitted to. She saw similar, big thighs among her family members and thought there wasn't ...
Published: 22 August, 2021
3
Dec
Once weighing over 400 pounds, Angela Jones had surgery and was prescribed a pump to manage her lipolymphedema, but it sat in her closet largely unused. Then she discovered the Lympha Press Optimal Plus. Pain has reduced dramatically, a knee cuff disappeared, and she says it's "the only tool to manage her condition."
Published: 3 December, 2020
12
Oct
Dr. Val Mills shares her fascinating story about growing up large with lipedema. The stigma and judgment she faced throughout her life never caused her to stop pressing forward toward her goals.
Published: 12 October, 2020
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