Lipedema Treatment in Brazil: Diagnosis and Management

Lipedema is a chronic condition causing disproportionate fat accumulation, most often in the legs and sometimes the arms, that does not respond to diet, exercise or weight loss alone. At Belvivere Plastic Surgery, in Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Dr. June Favarin and Dr. Eduardo Favarin bring 20 years of experience and have cared for more than 8,000 patients from Brazil and other countries.

Diagnosis Comes First

Lipedema is a medical condition, not a cosmetic concern, and an accurate diagnosis — distinguishing it from lymphedema or ordinary weight gain — is the essential first step. Treatment planning depends on the stage of the condition and the patient’s overall health, assessed individually.

Surgical and Non-Surgical Management

Specialized liposuction techniques can reduce the abnormal fat tissue associated with lipedema, performed under anesthesia in an accredited hospital, but surgery is usually part of a broader management plan that may include compression therapy and other conservative measures. Risks of surgery include bleeding, infection, changes in sensation and, given the nature of the tissue involved, a more complex recovery than standard liposuction.

Recovery

Recovery typically involves compression garments used consistently over an extended period, gradual return to activity, and ongoing monitoring, since lipedema is a chronic condition that benefits from long-term management rather than a single procedure. Our team outlines a realistic plan during the consultation.

Planning Your Visit

Patients traveling from other countries or regions of Brazil are supported by a concierge team that helps coordinate travel around the medical schedule. Contact Belvivere Plastic Surgery to schedule an individual evaluation, in person or by video call.

This content is for general information and does not replace an individualized medical evaluation.