About Lipomas
in Beverly Hills, CA

ABOUT LIPOMAS

A lipoma is a growth of fat cells encapsulated within fibers and tissues beneath the skin. In most cases, they are found just beneath the surface of the skin and may be located anywhere on the body. Lipomas are benign (noncancerous) but should be examined by a professional when they are discovered to ensure they are not mistaken for something else. Dr. Schwartz, board-certified plastic surgeon, skilled in diagnosing and treating patients with confirmed lipomas, as well as the conditions that often accompany the growths.

FAMILIAL MULTIPLE LIPOMATOSIS

When lipomas are small, they typically are not painful, and most patients do not need to seek treatment intervention. However, if patients feel insecure about visible lipomas or if they are getting larger and/or painful, an expert plastic surgeon can provide treatment options.

SYMPTOMS OF THE CONDITION

Lipomas are typically not tender to the touch and feel soft and doughy when placing pressure on them. In most cases, lipomas are:

• Just beneath the surface of the skin
• Located on the arms, shoulders, neck, trunk, and thighs
• Soft to the touch
• Small in size
• Painful if located on a nerve

CAUSES AND DIAGNOSIS

The only understood cause of lipomas is genetics. Beyond familial factors, there does not seem to be any underlying cause for the growths. However, certain factors can increase your likelihood of developing them, including age, since many people between 40 and 60 years-old repost them.

Only a physician should diagnose a lipoma. Although they are rarely something of concern, they may be confused with a cancerous mass. Any time a lump is discovered on the body, the growth should be examined and potentially biopsied.

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