Access to Lipedema Care: Challenges and Solutions | Dr. Wright &

In this compelling video, Dr. Wright and Beth address the critical issue of accessing care for Lipedema patients. They discuss the various challenges faced by those seeking treatment and explore practical solutions to improve access to care.
Dr. Wright provides expert insights into the current healthcare landscape, highlighting barriers such as misdiagnosis, lack of awareness, and insurance coverage issues. Beth shares her personal experiences navigating the healthcare system, offering valuable advice and support for others in similar situations.
Key topics include:
Common obstacles in accessing Lipedema care
Strategies for improving diagnosis and treatment
The role of healthcare professionals and patient advocacy
Navigating insurance and financial hurdles
Resources and support networks for Lipedema patients
This video is a must-watch for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers committed to enhancing care for Lipedema. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more informative content on managing and treating Lipedema.
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[@AnchorMoments]

Hi Dr. Wright! Thanks for doing these videos for us and for your dedication to researching this disease! I am a newly diagnosed person with type 2 lipedema in my arms and legs. I am almost 58 and just had a hysterectomy in May with my ovaries removed. I am having hot flashes and more with my menopause and next week am meeting with my gynecologist to discuss going on some hormone replacement therapy. Quesiton, is there any data or any advice about hrt and lipedema? I saw one video of the lady who put estrogen cream and progesterone cream on the back of one of her thighs and her lipedema got worse on that leg where she rubbed in those creams. I am leaning towards asking for a low dose of testosterone to help with libido and hot flashes and just vaginal estrogen cream to help with vaginal dryness and atrophy. Any thoughts? If lipedema is estrogen influenced and gets worse at puberty, pregnancy, and menopause....would it be better or worse to take estrogen? Or better to take it with a patch on the back instead of a cream on the leg? Thanks for any advice you can give me!

[@AnchorMoments]

I meant I have stage 2 lipedema...not type 2.

[@lipedemainfo]

The research is unclear on what effect hormones and HRT play in lipedema. Although you are not my patient and I recoomend you consult with your personal physician,. I counsel my patients to be cautious with HRT but it can be helpful for some. I always recommend unsing the lowest dose possible and following closely.