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I have today been diagnosied with Lipoedema/lymphodema in my legs and arms. The treatment is going to be long. It's taken a long time to go on so it's not coming off quickly. I have to go back to my doctor to get funding. If he will not or cannot help me I will have to pay privately. I have no idea how I will be able to pay. We are talking about 1 to 2 thousand pounds. I will keep going until my money runs out and hope enough of my fat/water will have gone that I can at least get into normal sizes. I will keep you up to date as it happens.

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Please let us know how you are getting on. My dr said that funding can be applied for an op through the nhs. It's on an individual assessment basis. I hope you get the help you need.

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Barbaraella100

Great news I have just received my appointment for the lipo-lymphoedema clinic at Mount Vernon Hospital for the 13th October. I will keep you updated on my progress

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