I haven't been officially diagnosed with lipedema, but wonder if I might possibly have the stage 1 version of the disorder. I am overall quite thin, but have always had weight around my upper thighs that no amount of diet or exercise seems to help. I assumed my body type was naturally pear shaped, but started reading about lipedema recently and some of the other symptoms like spider veins and bruising easily are also symptoms I've experienced.
I am wondering if I can see a plastic surgeon for breast fat transfer or if I would need to find a specialist that focuses on lipedema in case that's what I have? I have not seen any breast fat transfer surgeons that specialize in removing lipedema fat.