Can Healthy Weight Loss Reduce a Lipoma?

September 25, 2009
Asked By:Amy1960 in Knoxville, TN

Is it possible to reduce lipoma size via significant, sensible weight loss? In that they are comprised of fat cells, it seems to my medically and scientifically untrained mind, that the body would "use" or reabsorb fat cells in the event of significant, healthy weight loss. I am vigorously exploring the possibility of a non-invasive way to rid myself of a fairly large lipoma on my upper back that has recurred. I posted yesterday also. Thank you for you time and expertise.

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February 10, 2016

Answer: Nope

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