Multiple Lipoma removal Surgery in Hyderabad

Multiple Lipoma Removal in Hyderabad

A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump mainly situated between the skin and the underlying layer of the muscle. A lipoma feels a little doughy and is usually not tender. This moves readily if you apply a little pressure with your finger. It is one of the most common benign soft tissue tumors and is discovered incidentally. They are generally harmless. However, some people go for removal due to cosmetic reasons or others due to discomfort.

Mainly, lipomas are detected in middle age. Lipomas can develop at any age, however, they are more prevalent in people between 40 and 60 years old. In some cases, multiple lipomas might form due to genetic reasons. The condition is known as familial multiple lipomatosis. Some people have more than one lipoma. A lipoma is not cancer, and usually, it is harmless. If the lipoma is painful and growing and is bothering you, it is good to get it removed.

Symptoms of Lipoma

Lipomas might occur anywhere in the body. They are mostly:

• Situated just under the skin. They mainly occur in the back, abdomen, neck, shoulders, arms, and thighs.
• Vary in size, with most are less than 2 inches in diameter. In rare cases, they can develop into giant lipomas exceeding 4 inches. This type of Lipomas might require surgical removal.
• These are sometimes painful; if the lipomas contain more blood vessels, they press the nerves nearby and cause a lot of pain.
• Soft and doughy to the touch; they may move slightly under the skin when pressed.
• Generally small at the onset and can sometimes increase in size over the years or remain the same throughout a person’s life. Some of them remain unchanged for years, while others may gradually enlarge. The enlarged ones leads to to discomfort or functional impairment.
• Often detected in middle age, lipomas are rare in children but not impossible. Lipomas in younger individuals are hereditary or linked to metabolic conditions.

Treatment

There are two main types of treatment for lipoma:

• Surgical – This mostly removes the lipomas are removed surgically by cutting them out. Surgical excision is the most effective option and ensures complete removal. It reduces the chances of recurrence.
• Liposuction – This procedure uses a needle and a large syringe to remove the fatty lump. It is a less invasive procedure and are preferred for cosmetic reasons. However, it has a slightly higher recurrence rate compared to surgical removal.

Post-Surgical Recovery and Care

After lipoma removal, most of the patients have minimum discomfort and recover quickly. Lets have a look at what you might expect post-surgery:

• Mild swelling and bruising at the incision site.
• Stitches are removed within 7–14 days, depending on the size and location of the lipoma.
• Pain is minimal and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
• Scarring is minimal.
• Recurrence is rare after the proper removal. Follow-up consultations are recommended.

Conclusion

The tissue removed after a lipoma surgery is large enough to get a biopsy done. This is done to confirm that there’s nothing more serious going on. Sometimes doctors mistake lipoma with liposarcoma (a malignant tumour); therefore, it is good to remove it proactively. Once the growth is gone, you will feel much more comfortable and more satisfied with your appearance.

Lipoma removal surgery, in most cases, only requires local anesthesia. This can be performed as an outpatient procedure. The type of surgery it will need depends on the size and number of the lipomas and the removal method. The skin is first incised over the lipoma; after that, the fatty tissue is meticulously dissected. The dissection technique, at times, might also be combined with the press and squeeze method.

Akruti offers expert lipoma removal and other advanced treatments. Our experienced doctors use safe and effective techniques to ensure the best results. We focus on personalized care and minimal downtime for our patients.