Anna O'Brien is known for her bold social media presence as @glitterandlazers. Garnering a following of close to 12 million, Anna does everything with authenticity, color, pizazz, and captivating candor. She loves sharing about the things she really loves online, and she has recently undergone several lipedema removal surgeries including a brachioplasty- and she did it all in real-time in front of her followers.

Anna hopes to bring awareness to lipedema through her transparent journey, and we think she's doing an amazing job!

Listen as we get some spicy takes from her about what it's like navigating this life with lipedema and other health issues on this episode of the Lipedema Mamas Podcast.

She has even started her own podcast in order to spread awareness for other lesser known illnesses. Check it out on @themedicaldetectivespodcast

To find more with Anna, visit her website glitterandlazers.com and look for her @glitterandlazers on all social media platforms.

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You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama

You can find Ashley on Instagram at @the_lippy_lady

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