Do I Have Lipedema Quiz

In about 10 minutes, get clarity on patterns of fat distribution, pain, bruising, and swelling that may suggest lipedema. Quick 15 questions help you organize symptoms and prepare for a clinician visit.
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July 22, 2026
July 22, 2026
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example score
7/15
Body Distribution Pattern (BDP)
Assesses whether your reported fat and swelling distribution matches common body-pattern features associated with lipedema prompts.
No listed pattern endorsed
Pattern worth noting
Clinical follow-up recommended
0NaNNo listed pattern endorsed1NaNPattern worth noting3NaNClinical follow-up recommended
A score of 7 falls in the “Clinical follow-up recommended” range, meaning you endorsed one or more distribution features that may merit professional assessment, especially if they are changing or uncomfortable.
example score
11/15
Change and Daily Impact (CaDI)
Assesses reported change over time and how symptoms affect daily function and activity.
No listed change endorsed
Change worth monitoring
Clinical follow-up recommended
0NaNNo listed change endorsed1NaNChange worth monitoring3NaNClinical follow-up recommended
A score of 11 falls in the Clinical follow-up recommended range, indicating notable progression or daily interference among the experiences checked on this scale.
example score
6/15
Tenderness, Bruising, and Swelling (TBaS)
This scale reflects self-reported tenderness, easy bruising, heaviness, swelling, and related tissue sensations in areas of fat distribution.
No listed sensations
Worth tracking
Follow-up recommended
0NaNNo listed sensations1NaNWorth tracking3NaNFollow-up recommended
A score of 6 falls in the “Follow-up recommended” range, indicating multiple tenderness/bruising/swelling-related symptoms were endorsed and may be worth discussing with a clinician.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Unexplained leg shape changes
44%OF USERS
People noticing disproportionate fat in legs/hips with swelling or heaviness want to see whether their pattern lines up with lipedema signs.
Pain, bruising, tenderness
33%OF USERS
People with frequent bruising, touch sensitivity, or aching limbs take it to sort symptoms that seem out of proportion to activity or weight changes.
Ruling out other causes
23%OF USERS
People with a history of vein issues, lymphedema concerns, or recent worsening swelling use it to gather details to discuss with a clinician.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
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Once you complete the test, your results are compared with real-world data from people in your country.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Body Distribution Pattern (BDP)
Average
7.5
Normal range
4.810.3
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15
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Change and Daily Impact (CaDI)
Average
10
Normal range
812
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max.
15
Majority
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Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Tenderness, Bruising, and Swelling (TBaS)
Average
11
Normal range
8.813.3
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0
max.
15
Majority
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Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this quiz measure?
It screens for symptom patterns often reported with lipedema, including body-fat distribution, tenderness, easy bruising, swelling, and impact on daily function. It is intended to help identify topics to discuss with a clinician.
Can this quiz diagnose lipedema?
No. A diagnosis requires a clinical assessment, and similar symptoms can occur with other conditions such as lymphedema or venous disease.
How long does it take, and how many questions are included?
Completion time is about 10 minutes. The quiz includes 15 questions.
How should results be used?
Results summarize reported patterns and may support a discussion with a clinician familiar with lipedema. They should not be used to start, stop, or change medical care without professional guidance.
When is urgent medical care needed?
Seek urgent medical help for sudden one-sided swelling, warmth or redness, chest pain, breathing difficulty, fainting, or other severe symptoms. These signs may indicate conditions that require immediate evaluation.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment

Do I Have Lipedema Quiz - Symptoms and Signs

This free, quick lipedema self-check helps you organize body-distribution patterns, tenderness, bruising, swelling, and changes in daily function that may be worth discussing with a clinician. It cannot diagnose lipedema, and similar experiences can have other causes, including lymphedema or vein-related conditions. Consult a clinician familiar with lipedema for assessment. Seek urgent medical help for sudden one-sided swelling, warmth or redness, chest pain, breathing difficulty, fainting, or other severe symptoms.

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