A Specialized Treatment Center for Lipoma

Lipoma means a benign tumor that is not cancerous. However, it is still suggested that you get it checked out to rule out the possibility of cancer. That’s why Pristyn Care doctors often take a biopsy to ensure that lipoma is not cancerous.

Yes. In some cases, lipomas can grow rapidly and increase the pressure on nearby tissues or organs. There is also a possibility that multiple lipomas will start to form in the same region.

Yes. It is possible to have multiple lipomas. As there is no significant cause of lipomas, it is hard to figure out what can result in the formation of multiple lipomas. However, it is very rare and you should get them checked right away for proper treatment.

Most lipomas are painless, but they can cause pain when pressure is applied to them. The pain means there is an increased number of small blood vessels that are being compressed due to the formation of the fatty lump.

Typically, lipomas are small in size around 1-3 cm in diameter. But in rare cases, they can grow over the years to a size of 10-20 cm and weigh up to 4-6 kgs. Lipomas often require surgical removal. You can consult with Pristyn Care doctors to explore your treatment options.

A cyst feels like an egg has formed under the skin and has a drainage hole that discharges occasionally. Lipoma occurs a little bit deeper under the skin and has a soft and squeezy texture. Cysts don’t move under the skin whereas lipoma often can move under the skin.

As lipomas are located right under the skin, the surgical removal doesn’t cause any kind of trauma to the skin. Hence, the recovery is very faster after excision and the patient can resume daily activities from the next day.

To prevent lipoma from forming, you need to follow these tips:

• Exercise regularly
• Eat a healthy diet
• Maintain healthy weight
• Avoid alcohol consumption

The chances of lipoma recurrences are less and usually depend on the method of treatment and experience of the surgeon. At Pristyn Care, the lipoma is treated through excision under the care of expert surgeons which leaves negligible chances of recurrence.