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Lipoma in a Nutshell
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Lipomas are usually small, benign masses that do not need to be removed.
Essentially, a lipoma is a growth of fatty tissue that develops under your skin. The development of a lipoma is usually gradual and slow. One can develop a lipoma at any age. However, it is rarer in children. Lipomas can develop on any part of the body. However, they are typically found on the:
They are classified as benign growths (tumours) made of fatty tissue, meaning that a lipoma is not cancerous and is rarely harmful. Therefore, lipoma treatment in Singapore is usually not necessary unless it is bothering you.
As with the case of an individual who found three lipomas on his body, his doctors advised that he only remove the largest as it was beginning to cause him pain.
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While the cause of a lipoma is unknown, they are thought to be linked to physical trauma. However, it is still unclear whether a lipoma develops due to the trauma, or if the lipoma is only discovered due to the medical attention given to the area of the body after it suffers from physical trauma.
While there are various types of skin tumours, doctors are usually able to diagnose lipomas based on their distinct characteristics.
Both lipoma and liposarcoma form in fatty tissue and both cause lumps. However, they are two extremely different conditions. A lipoma is noncancerous or benign, while a liposarcoma is cancerous and malignant.
If you are concerned about any lumps and bumps that may occur on your skin, you should always seek medical advice from our doctor.
Typically, lipomas are located in the neck, upper arms, thighs, and forearms, but they can also occur on the stomach or back.
If a lipoma compresses nerves underneath the skin, it can cause the individual pain. However, there is a variant condition known as angiolipoma that is also more often painful than regular lipomas.
Inform our doctor at G & L Surgical Clinic immediately if you notice any changes in your skin and lipoma as lipomas can look very similar to a rare type of cancer called a liposarcoma. In most cases, lipoma treatment in Singapore requires the excised growth to be sent for a biopsy to test for cancer.
While the cause of lipomas are mainly unknown, there may be a genetic cause in individuals with multiple lipomas, according to the Cleveland Clinic. This means that your risk of developing lipomas increases if there is a family history of such issues.
Lipomas are most common in adults between the ages of 40 and 60.
However, certain conditions may also increase the risk of lipoma development.
Doctors can often diagnose a lipoma with a physical exam. They will be able to determine if it feels soft and whether or not it is causing you pain. Since lipomas are made up of fatty tissues, they move easily when poked or prodded.
In some cases, a biopsy of the lipoma may be required. During this procedure, our doctor will take a small portion of the tissue and send it to a lab for testing.
Biopsies are done to rule out the possibility of cancer. Although a lipoma is not cancerous, it rarely mimics a liposarcoma. Liposarcomas are malignant, or cancerous.
If your lipoma continues to grow and becomes painful, our doctor can remove it to relieve your discomfort while ruling out the possibility of liposarcoma. Additionally, further testing using MRI and CT scans may be required if a biopsy shows that a suspected lipoma could be a liposarcoma.
A lipoma that is left alone typically does not cause any problems to the individual. However, Dr Ganesh Ramalingam can treat the lipoma if it bothers you. This decision will be made based on several factors:
When deciding on whether to undergo lipoma treatment in Singapore, you should also consider if the growth is bothering you, whether physically (where you experience pain) or aesthetically. Most patients prefer to have the growth removed as it also reduces the risk of the growth mutating or increasing in size over time.
A lipoma will typically be removed through surgery. This method is beneficial if you have a large skin tumour that is still growing.
Do note that lipomas can sometimes grow back even after they are surgically removed. The procedure to remove a lipoma is typically done under local anaesthesia through a process known as an excision.
Here is some information to help you prepare for lipoma removal surgery.
Your surgeon will give you an injection for local anaesthesia around the lipoma.
The procedure is usually completed within 15 minutes.
Liposuction is another treatment option to remove a lipoma. As lipomas are fat-based, liposuction can work well to reduce its size. The procedure involves a needle attached to a large syringe, and the area is usually numbed beforehand.
Steroid injections may also be used on the affected area. Steroid injections can shrink the lipoma, but it does not remove it entirely.
Lipomas are benign tumours, meaning that there is no chance that an existing lipoma will spread to other parts of the body. A lipoma cannot spread through muscles or other surrounding tissues, and is considered to be non life-threatening.
Lipomas cannot be removed on your own. While warm compresses may work for other types of skin lumps, they are ineffective against lipomas. This is because a lipoma is made up of a collection of fat cells.
Consider lipoma treatment in Singapore if the growth starts to bother you or if you experience pain near the location of the lipoma.
The cost of removing a lipoma can range from $1,000 to $2,000 at the private hospital according to MOH’s Historical Transacted Bill Sizes and Fee Benchmarks. However, this is before taking into account your insurance (e.g MediShield Life) or MedSave payouts, so it may vary.
At G&L Surgical Clinic, we understand the concern about the cost of lipoma surgery.
We strive to provide transparency with our fees and charges, while also helping you make an informed decision about what course of action will be best in your situation before any procedure begins so there aren’t surprises later down the road!
Consider lipoma surgery to help you achieve peace of mind and regain confidence.
At G&L Surgical Clinic, we provide you with the financial counselling necessary to understand the costs involved in getting your lipoma treated.
Dr Ganesh at G & L Surgical Clinic strives to prioritise his patients’ recovery and comfort. Having had experience in performing lipoma removal surgeries for numerous patients for many years in Singapore.
Furthermore, the staff at G & L Surgical Clinic have been thoroughly and consistently trained to make your experience a comfortable and hassle-free one. Whether you intend to undergo our lipoma treatments, procedures or other medical services in Singapore, you can rest assured that you will be properly and sufficiently cared for by trained professionals.
Organise a consultation with our surgeons for further assistance on lipoma treatments in Singapore.
G&L Surgical Clinic will do our best to provide you with an estimate of your out-of-pocket expenses before your procedure. With a comprehensive financing service, we endeavour to assist you in finding the most suitable financing option to enjoy a seamless and pleasant experience. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. We are here to help you get the care you need.
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