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Introduction:
Lipoma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor
that is made up of fat cells. It can occur in any tissue
that contains fat but most commonly it occurs in the
subcutaneous (beneath the skin) tissue.
Lipomas are soft, round, mobile and doughy to feel. They
are situated just below the skin and the overlying skin
looks normal. They are more commonly observed on back,
extremities, and chest. Lipoma is more commonly observed
in age group of 40-60 years. Single Lipoma is more
commonly seen in women and multiple Lipomas (Lipomatosis)
more common in men. |
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Remarks:
Often, treatment of a lipoma is not necessary, unless the
tumor becomes painful or restricts movement. People opt
for treatment largely for cosmetic reasons.
Lipoma is a true surgical condition as medicines cannot
dissolve the accumulated fat. Hence surgical removal is
the mainstay management for Lipoma. If they do not harm
you, they are better not disturbed surgically. |
