This condition is usually treated with lifestyle and dietary modification along with medical therapy in some cases.
The obesity epidemic in India has raised several red flags when it comes to our health and wellness. Owing to socio-Indian women, in general, find themselves bearing the brunt of it. Making headlines is lipedema, a recent phenomenon where excess fat deposits in the body threaten their wellbeing.

Dr S M Fayaz, Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru explained that lipedema refers to the presence of lipids (fats) in the blood. It includes conditions like hyperlepidemia, where there is a rise in cholesterol and triglycerides, which may result in cardiovascular diseases.

Lipedemia is influenced by diet, genetics, lifestyle, and other underlying conditions. Metabolic disorders like hypothyroidism can also lead to increased cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This condition is usually treated with lifestyle and dietary modification along with medical therapy in some cases.