A lipoma is a benign tumour that develops in fatty tissue and is located beneath the skin. A lipoma can be removed by surgery or laser treatment, but surgery is usually reserved for cases where laser treatment has failed to remove the entire tumour and symptoms persist. Laser treatment uses heat from an intense beam of light to vaporize the lipoma, while surgery removes it via surgical excision.

Lipomas are usually found on the chest or under the skin. They are often painless, but they can grow large enough to cause discomfort and problems with movement.

Lipomas can arise at any age but most often occur in older adults. The exact cause of lipomas is unknown; however, there is evidence that genetic factors may play a role in their development.

A lipoma is a small, noncancerous growth that develops from a group of cells called fat cells. Lipomas generally appear as small lumps underneath the skin, most often on the torso, arms, and thighs of adults. They can also develop in childhood on the head of a child's femur or within their navel. Lipomas are benign (noncancerous) but may cause some discomfort because they grow slowly over time and sometimes push against nerves or blood vessels.

Lipomas can appear anywhere on the body and usually grow slowly over time, but sometimes they may grow quickly or become tender to the touch. Although most lipomas are not painful, they can be annoying and feel like a small ball under the skin. They may also cause discomfort when wearing clothes that rub against them and may be more noticeable in cold temperatures.

Lipomas are common benign fatty tumours. They are generally not cancerous, but if they cause pain or discomfort, they can be easily removed. The most popular treatment option for lipoma is simple removal by a physician.

There are several treatment options depending on the location, size, and number of lipomas present. These options will be discussed in detail with you.

Most people with lipomas do not experience any symptoms associated with them. However, if you notice one on your skin, it can cause pain, discomfort and tenderness. Lipomas can also cause itching and numbness in the affected area. If your lipoma causes pain or if it has changed size or shape since you noticed it, you should see your doctor to get an accurate diagnosis.

Lipomas are soft, benign tumours that grow in the subcutaneous layer of skin. They are more common among men than women and can occur at any age. Lipomas range from small (less than 2cm) to large (more than 10cm).

Surgical removal is recommended for large or painful lipomas because they can become irritated and inflamed to surrounding nerves, muscles, and blood vessels.

Lipomas can occur in almost any area of the body but most frequently grow on the torso or limbs. While lipomas themselves aren’t life-threatening, a person may experience a range of health issues if lipomas develop in certain areas of the body.

The cause of lipomas is not clear; however, there may be a genetic component to their development. Lipomas vary greatly in size and shape but generally appear as small masses under the skin.

Lipomas tend to develop slowly over time and often do not cause any symptoms at all. If you notice a new lump on your body or notice that one has grown considerably larger than it was before, make sure to see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment options.

Lipomas arise from fat cells and connective tissue, and they grow slowly over time. Although treatment is usually not necessary, lipomas do sometimes become irritated or inflamed, resulting in a variety of symptoms.

Lipomas can be found anywhere on the body, but they occur most often in the trunk and extremities. Lipomas can be as small as a pea or as large as a grapefruit, and they may feel soft or firm to the touch. Typically painless, lipomas sometimes cause discomfort due to their size or location.

Most people will have only one lipoma, but some may have more than one, most people with lipoma only have one, although more than one may grow, some people inherit a tendency to develop lipomas, and there may be several in various parts of the body.

Some people inherit a defective gene from their parents, which can cause one or more lipomas. In rare cases, lipomas can occur in conjunction with a more serious medical condition such as familial multiple lipomatosis or morbid obesity. Other conditions can cause lipomas, including morbid obesity, Cowden syndrome, Madelung's disease and Gardner's syndrome.

Doctors don't know yet exactly why lipomas form, but there are some factors that can make them more likely, such as genetics, injury or certain medical conditions. Much about the causes of lipomas is still unknown, but there are some factors that increase the likelihood of developing them, including a family history of lipomas, obesity or having certain medical conditions.

If the lipoma grows larger or becomes painful, you should notify your doctor, as this may indicate that the lipoma is changing. If the lipoma is large or painful, your doctor may order an examination to determine if it is cancerous. The doctor may think it is best to remove it and might recommend a biopsy to make sure it is a lipoma.

A lipoma can usually be diagnosed only by its appearance, but your doctor can remove it to make sure the growth is not cancerous. Sometimes a lipoma under the skin can be unpleasant if it grows to a few inches in diameter. Often a lipoma that forms under the skin can be removed with a simple, minor surgery.

Lipomas can occur anywhere in the body where fat cells are present but tend to occur on the shoulders, chest, torso, neck, thighs and armpits. Lipomas can grow in size, and multiple growths can occur, most often on the back, neck, shoulders or arms.

Lipomas rarely grow back after a lipoma is treated, but in some cases, another may develop elsewhere in the body.

There is a condition called familial lipoma, in which fat cells are found under the skin and therefore produce more clumps of fat; this rare condition causes painful lipomas to grow, most commonly on the arms, legs and trunk.

Madelung’s disease, also called multiple symmetric lipomatosis, causes lipomas around the neck and shoulders. You can reduce your risk of developing Madelung’s disease (a disease that causes lipoma growth) by limiting the amount of alcohol you drink.

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