Meagan Barnard experienced lymphedema in her left leg when she entered puberty. Puberty is difficult enough for teenage boys and girls, but Meagan’s experience was considerably more difficult.
She made every effort to conceal her leg because she was mocked at school and given awful nicknames like “Michelin Man.”
Meagan’s left leg then grew to more than twice the size of her right leg when she was 24 years old. Her partner was unaware that she had lymphedema, therefore she wouldn’t even show him her leg.
Then something occurred. Following years of feeling ill, Meagan made the decision to “come out” about her lymphedema. She even showed off her leg in a professional photo session.
Swelling that usually affects one of your arms or legs is called lymphedema. According to the Mayo Clinic, it is typically brought on by the removal or injury of the lymph nodes.
