14/09/2025
📌 Lipedema vs Lymphedema: Know the Difference
Many people confuse lipedema and lymphedema — but they’re very different conditions.
💎 Lipedema
▪️ A fat disorder, mostly in women
▪️ Symmetrical fat buildup (hips, thighs, legs — rarely the feet)
▪️ Painful, tender, easy bruising
▪️ Often triggered by hormones or genetics
▪️ Not caused by diet or lifestyle
💧 Lymphedema
▪️ Caused by damage or blockage in the lymphatic system
▪️ Swelling usually in one limb
▪️ Skin may feel tight or thick
▪️ Can result from surgery, cancer treatment, or infection
▪️ Needs lymphatic drainage / compression
🌿 MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) is highly beneficial for both conditions — helping reduce swelling, improve circulation, and support healing.
✨ If you’re struggling with either, you’re not alone — support and relief are available.