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Lipoedema Treatment Cheshire
Mr Karri offers a variety of lipoedema treatments for Cheshire patients, including;
- Lower limb lipoedema liposuction
- Upper limb lipoedema liposuction
- Ankle pantaloon (cankle) liposuction
- Abdominal lipoedema liposuction
- Lower back / Buttock lipoedema liposuction
- Back lipoedema liposuction
- Body contouring procedures – arm lift, thigh lift, knee lift, tummy tuck
If you live in Cheshire and have any questions about lipoedema treatment, feel free to contact us and and we will be happy to help.
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What is Lipoedema?
Lipoedema (also spelled as lipedema) is a chronic and progressive medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat cells in specific areas of the body, primarily the legs and sometimes the arms. Unlike regular weight gain, lipoedema fat is distributed unevenly, creating a disproportionate appearance and a characteristic “column-like” or “pear-shaped” silhouette. This condition predominantly affects women, and it can have significant physical and emotional impacts on those affected.
How is Lipoedema Diagnosed?
Mr Karri will make the diagnosis of lipoedema based on your history and examination findings. Specific features he looks out for include;
- Bilateral, symmetrical, enlargement of the lower limbs because of disproportionate excess fat
- Sparing of the hands and feet (cuff phenomenon)
- Involvement of the arms (affects approximately 30% of patients)
- Negative Stemmer sign (a specific sign for lymphoedema where the skin at the base of the second toe cannot be lifted or pinched)
- A feeling of heaviness and tension in the affected limbs
- Pain on pressure and touch (pressure hypersensitivity)
- Tendency to bruise easily
- Stable limb circumference with weight reduction or calorie restriction
- Worsening of symptoms over the course of the day
If you are a lipoedema sufferer in Cheshire and looking to have treatment for your lipoedema, contact us and learn what Mr Karri can do for you.
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Does BUPA cover lipoedema surgery?
From our experience, BUPA does not cover lipoedema surgery.
However, please check with BUPA (or the private medical insurer you are with).
What Causes Lipoedema?
The cause of lipoedema is not known but three factors have been implicated; hormonal change, genetics and diet. It is not known which one of these factors is dominant. However, it appears the disease is exacerbated by hormonal change, typically seen during puberty, pregnancy and menopause. Some patients have a positive family history of lipoedema which suggests they inherited the disease from their family. These observations help differentiate lipoedema from obesity. However, it can be difficult to make the distinction as a number of lipoedema patients also have central obesity.
Managing Lipoedema in the Arms
In approximately 30% of lipoedema sufferers, the arms are also involved. This can have a significant impact on their quality of life and ability to perform activities of daily living.
Treatment for Arm Lipoedema
Arm lipoedema can be treated in the same way as leg lipoedema with lipoedema liposuction. The surgery serves to permanently remove the diet-resistant fat cells, improve shoulder range of motion, reduce size and weight of the arm, and reduce soft-tissue pain. Patients are also able to wear blouses more easily and report less shoulder fatigue. The surgery is typically performed as a day case procedure and the recovery is 1-2 weeks.
What is Lipoedema Liposuction?
Lipoedema liposuction describes removal of the abnormal, painful fat from the affected parts of the body using liposuction technology, such as power-assisted liposuction (PAL) or water-jet assisted liposuction (WAL). Mr Karri performs the surgery under sedation anaesthetic or general anaesthetic. The majority of patients have the surgery as a daycase procedure but some patients remain in the hospital overnight for safety. Lipoedema liposuction is a well-recognised as a safe and effective treatment for lipoedema and is life-changing for many patients.
Why Does Mr Karri Prefer Waterjet Liposuction for Lipoedema?
Mr Karri prefers to use water-jet assisted liposuction (WAL) for lipoedema liposuction as this method of liposuction is more gentle on the soft-tissue, causes less bleeding and preserves the delicate lymphatic channels.
Why Lipoedema Sufferers in Cheshire Should Choose Mr Karri
Mr Karri is a Plastic Surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register who is internationally recognised for diagnosing and treating lipoedema. He has developed a treatment protocol that allows large-volume liposuction (water-jet) to be performed safely and effectively as a day case procedure. If you are suffering from lipoedema and seeking treatment, start your transformation with Mr Karri.
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Mr Karri Offers Lipoedema Surgery for Patients in Cheshire, from the Following Local Areas:
Alsager | Birchwood | Bollington | Chester | Congleton | Crewe | Ellesmere Port | Frodsham | Handforth | Knutsford | Macclesfield | Middlewich | Nantwich | Neston | Northwich | Poynton | Runcorn | Saltney | Sandbach | Warrington | Widnes | Wilmslow | Winsford
Medically reviewed by
Mr Vasu Karri Consultant Plastic Surgeon BSc(Hons), MBBS, MRCS, MSc, FRCS(Plast)
Last updated 2nd November 2023