Women’s awareness and knowledge of lipedema in Turkey: Findings from a nationwide online survey

Zeynep Candan, Feyza Nur Yücel, Emre Ata, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sancaktepe Sehit Prof, Dr İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences

Phlebology: The Journal of Venous Disease

Published online on June 25, 2026

Abstract

Phlebology, Ahead of Print.
ObjectivesThere is a deficiency in awareness and knowledge of lipedema disease among the general public and healthcare professionals. This situation may lead patients to waste time on getting the correct diagnosis and treatment. Currently, information ...