A lipoma is a benign, common, and generally harmless lump of fat. But can it really be reduced without surgery?
A lipoma is a benign tumor composed of fat cells that develops under the skin from adipose tissue. Often soft to the touch and painless, it can measure a few centimeters and appear on various areas of the body such as the back, arms, or thighs. In France, it is estimated that approximately 2% of the population is affected by these fatty lumps, which in most cases remain harmless.
Although surgery can effectively remove a lipoma, it is generally considered for aesthetic reasons or in cases of discomfort; there are also natural solutions to limit their development or reduce their appearance.
Definition: What is a lipoma?
A lipoma is a benign tumor made up of fat. It is a fairly common condition that affects men and women equally, and more rarely children. It can occur at any age but is more common after 40.
Can a lipoma be painful?
In the vast majority of cases, a lipoma is asymptomatic: there are no symptoms and it is not painful. However, experts estimate that this benign fatty tumor is painful in 25% of cases: this can include a lipoma located near a nerve, causing nerve pain.
