Informational article · Last updated 2026 · Our approach
Knowing who to turn to saves months of wandering. Here are the useful contacts.
As lipedema is still poorly known, finding the right contact is not always easy. Here are some markers.
The GP is a good entry point: they can suspect the diagnosis and refer. Emphasise the symmetry, pain and diet-resistance so your symptoms are not dismissed as mere weight gain.
Our pathway connects you with a specialised surgeon in Málaga, with French-speaking coordination. It starts with a teleconsultation.
This article is for information and guidance only. It does not replace medical advice or a diagnosis. Diagnosing lipedema and deciding on treatment are the role of a healthcare professional, after examination. [To complete: name and credentials of the medical reviewer · review date · sources.]
It depends on your country and health system. Your GP can guide you and write the necessary letters.
Ask directly whether they manage lipedema and how. Patient associations are also good sources.
A three-minute self-assessment, then a conversation with a French-speaking team if you wish. No commitment.
Start the self-assessment →