It has been reported that some patients have been misdiagnosed with Obesity, when in fact the correct diagnosis in their specific case was Lymphoedema.
If you are experiencing symptoms, your doctor will examine the affected area and assess the level of swelling and any thickening or damage to the skin. Your doctor may refer you to a lymphoedema practitioner for a full assessment. Additional tests may include: volume measurement, photographic record, bioimpedance spectroscopy, doppler ultrasound