When to Consider Lipoma Removal If you've found a lipoma on your body, or a doctor has told you that you have one, your next question may be, should I get it removed? That's a highly individual decision, and will depend on how much the lipoma bothers or worries you. Lipomas are a common but harmless growth, found just under the skin, and show up as a soft, movable lump. That's because they're … [Read more...]
Lipoma Removal 101
Lipomas are a commonly found growth beneath the surface of the skin that can be a cause of concern for many patients. From the fear of cancer when the lipoma is first discovered and misunderstood as a tumor, to the relief you feel after learning your tumor is just a harmless deposit of fatty cells, lipomas can really put you through the wringer. It’s understandable that someone would confuse … [Read more...]
