I have small lipomas in many areas of my body; on both legs, both arms, the back and the stomach area. I am concerned that removing these via surgery would leave unsightly scars as there are so many of them. I once read that application of 100% aloe vera gel can reduce them in size, and a dermotologist told me that applying heat and a damp cloth can sometimes dissolve them. What is your opinion? Might I see gradual improvements in the size of the lipoma using these methods?
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November 21, 2017
Answer: Is it possible to remove lipoma using a non-surgical method?
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Most likely the depression seen in your photographs is the result of surrounding tissue swelling and dramatic improvement should be seen as your results mature further. I know waiting is difficult but allow yourself more time to heal. ...
