Understand your concerns
Talk through your symptoms, timeline, health history, and the questions you have about possible lipedema.
If you have questions about persistent changes in your body, tenderness, or swelling, you deserve a careful conversation. Ellen can evaluate your concerns, discuss whether they may be consistent with lipedema, and help you understand options for care and next steps.
Lipedema can be challenging to identify, and each person’s experience is different. Ellen takes time to listen, review relevant history, and discuss your concerns without rushing to a one-size-fits-all plan.
Talk through your symptoms, timeline, health history, and the questions you have about possible lipedema.
Review conservative approaches, including practical self-care and nutrition topics that may fit your goals.
Leave with clearer information and a plan for what to discuss or pursue next, based on your evaluation.
There is no special preparation required. Notes about your symptoms, prior evaluations, current care, and the questions you want answered can help guide the conversation.
Ellen Poage, APRN, MPH, CLT-LANA, has spent three decades supporting people with lymphatic health and recovery. A lipedema consultation can include discussion of diagnosis, conservative care, nutrition, and appropriate next steps. In-person care is available in Southwest Florida, with virtual consultations also offered.
Schedule a consultation to share what you have noticed, ask questions, and explore a plan that fits your situation.
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