Lipedema specialist · Bogotá

Lipedema: understanding it is the first step

A little-known medical condition that many women live with for years without a name. Dr. Luisa Lizcano guides its diagnosis and treatment in Bogotá, with a comprehensive approach.

What it is

More than an aesthetic concern

Lipedema is a chronic disorder of fat tissue that mainly affects women. It causes a disproportionate, usually symmetrical build-up of fat in the legs and sometimes the arms, which does not respond to diet or exercise the way the rest of the body does. That is why it is often mistaken for excess weight.

Commonly described signs

  • Legs or arms out of proportion with the rest of the body
  • Heaviness or tiredness in the legs
  • Tenderness or pain to the touch
  • Bruising easily
  • Little response to diet and exercise in those areas

No single sign confirms the diagnosis: lipedema is identified in a medical assessment.

Our approach

Treatment tailored to you

  • Accurate diagnosis

    Medical history and physical exam to tell lipedema apart from other conditions.

  • Conservative care

    Compression, adapted physical activity, nutrition and emotional care.

  • Specialized surgery

    In selected cases, liposuction with techniques specific to the affected tissue.

  • Ongoing support

    Check-ups and close follow-up before, during and after treatment.

Frequently asked questions

About lipedema

Does this sound familiar?

A specialized consultation helps you understand what is happening and what your options are, with no obligation.