12/03/2025
While they can look similar, these conditions are very different, and understanding them is key to proper care.
💜Obesity: Excess fat from calorie imbalance; smooth fat distribution; joint strain and fatigue are common; managed with nutrition, exercise, medications, or surgery.
💜Lymphedema: Lymphatic system dysfunction — swelling in limbs (including hands/feet), heaviness, thickened skin; treated with compression, manual drainage, therapy, and in some cases surgery.
💜Lipedema: Genetic, hormonal fat disorder — affects legs, hips, arms; painful, tender, bruises easily; treated with compression, massage, diet, and sometimes surgery.
Knowing the differences can help you get the right care and support.