What Is Dercum’s Disease? Dercum‘s disease, also known as Adiposis Dolorosa, is a rare condition that is characterized by multiple, painful fatty lipomas (benign, fatty tumors). It occurs in men and women but is more common in post-menopausal women. The lipomas are located primarily in the […]
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There has been some movement from a major health insurance provider, Aetna. Policy number 0031, which addresses Aetna’s policy on cosmetic surgery was updated on March 29, 2019. This updated policy does include a subheading for “Liposuction for Lipedema”.
Aetna – Clinical Policy Bulletin (CBD) Number 0031 Cosmetic Surgery Read More »
Currently, most of the supplies needed to manage lipedema and lymphedema are not covered by Medicare. Compression garments, donning devices and wraps, which are critical for the proper care and management of these diseases are not covered except when caused
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On the tv show The Doctors, lipedema has once again come up. This time it’s with someone who’s big behind has made her a star. This isn’t the first time I’ve run into Raylynn on the internet. I came across
Maybe being fat isn’t your fault: A look at lipedema Read More »
A little-recognized disorder, lipedema, may be responsible, says a local expert. Lipedema makes you look like you’ve been eating too much when in fact, your fat cells are retaining fluids and growing exponentially
Instagram Star Randalin’s Medical Condition – Lipedema Read More »
Dr Wright and Dr Buck are enrolling patients in a study on Lipedema. The study aims to determine the effect of weight loss on body composition and fat distribution, metabolic function (insulin sensitivity) and adipose tissue biology in women with
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Dr. Thomas Wright and Dr. Karen Herbst go into detail on lipedema and the Treat Study. With their expertise, you will get the inside scoop of what the top doctors of today are interested in the world of lipedema and
Dr Herbst and Dr Wright explain the Treat Study to help understand lipedema Read More »
Lipedema Educational Seminar WHERE: Meeting Room at Staybridge Suites O’Fallon 1155 Technology Drive, O’Fallon, MO 63368 WHEN: Thursday, June 14, 9 am to Noon. WHAT: A casual, educational seminar that will discuss what Lipedema is, how it is diagnosed, and
Mon, May 13, 2019, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM CDT Facebook Event Laser Lipo & Vein Center 830 Waterbury Falls Drive #Suite 202 O’Fallon, MO 63368 REGISTER HERE
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An excerpt by Dr. Thomas Wright for the Vein Magazine discussing lipedema and its diagnosis.
Lipedema – A Devastating Disease too Often Overlooked Read More »
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