Lipoma Specialists in ETHIRAJ SALAI, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

What is Lipoma?

A lipoma is a benign, slow-growing tumor made of mature fat cells that develops just beneath the skin, most commonly on the shoulders, neck, back, abdomen, arms, or thighs. It is the most common type of soft tissue tumor and typically feels soft, doughy, and moves easily under the skin when touched. Lipomas are almost always harmless and rarely become cancerous, though they can grow large enough to cause cosmetic concern or, in rare locations, press on nearby structures. Most people develop only one or a few, though some individuals with hereditary conditions develop many.

Causes of Lipoma

The exact cause is not fully understood, but lipomas tend to run in families and are associated with certain genetic conditions such as familial multiple lipomatosis. Risk factors include obesity, a history of minor trauma to the area, and rare inherited syndromes such as Dercum's disease. They arise from an overgrowth of fat cells encapsulated within a thin fibrous layer.

Symptoms of Lipoma

Soft, round, painless lump under the skin, lump that moves easily with light finger pressure, slow growth over months to years, occasional mild tenderness if pressing on nerves, size typically ranging from small to a few centimeters, doughy or rubbery texture

Treatment & Types of Lipoma in ETHIRAJ SALAI, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Most lipomas require no treatment if they are small and not causing symptoms, and can simply be monitored over time. Surgical excision is performed if the lipoma is large, growing, cosmetically bothersome, or causing pain by pressing on nearby structures. Liposuction or steroid injections are alternative options in select cases, though surgical removal offers the most definitive result.

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