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EPISODE · May 23, 2025 · 5 MIN

Legs Like Mine: The Podcast Episode 7: Women the Medical System Left Behind Stage 4 Lipedema

from Legs Like Mine: The Podcast · host Susan O’Hara

🎧 Welcome to Legs Like Mine: The Podcast — where we explore lipedema from a patient’s perspective, break down the latest research, and share real-life experiences of living with this often misunderstood condition.In this episode, we’re talking about Stage 4 lipedema — the most advanced and debilitating stage of this chronic fat disorder. Many women in Stage 4 have lost mobility, are living in pain, and have been told they are “beyond help.” But they’re not beyond hope.👉 Learn how to support women with Stage 4 lipedema👉 Understand why traditional medicine often fails them👉 Discover resources, tools, and ways to advocate for the most vulnerable in our community🔍 What is Stage 4 lipedema?Lipedema is a fat disorder that progresses through four stages. In Stage 4, lipedema often combines with lymphedema, causing extreme swelling, limited mobility, and severe health consequences. This stage is often overlooked, misdiagnosed, or ignored by the healthcare system.💡 Who should watch this video?✔️ Women living with Stage 4 lipedema✔️ Caregivers, family, and friends of lipedema patients✔️ Healthcare professionals and advocates✔️ Anyone who believes in healthcare equity and dignity for all🛠️ Resources & Support:Visit https://www.AmericanLipedemaAssociation.org for education, tools, and community support.🧠 Want to learn more about lipedema?Check out other episodes of Legs Like Mine: The Podcast where we dive into lipedema research, patient stories, and advocacy work.Check out the blog on www.LegsLikeMine.comIf you like our content, please consider donating a few dollars to say Hey Thanks for Making this: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MQNCDP9HAK5WQ

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