I know that non-transparent lumps in testicles are a problem, but can lipomas be non-transparent?

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So, I have several lumps on my body, and three of them were ultra sounded by a doctor and examined externally by a dermatologist. All of the results stated that these were probably lipomas and nothing to worry about. This being said, I decided to try and shine a light through the larger one on my left flank, and it wasn't transparent. I know that non-transparent lumps in testicles are a problem, but can lipomas be non-transparent?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Lipomas are not transparent as they are comprised of your natural adipose tissue.  Attempting to shine a light through them will only reveal an appearance similar to any other part of your body's skin and adipose tissue.  Hope this helps.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Diaphanoscopy or transillumination will not be helpful for lipomas. Unlike a fluid filled structure, lipoma will NOT transilluminate.BestH Karamanoukian MD FACS

Jeremy S. Hurren, BSc, MBBS, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

Lipomas are made of fat like the fat under your skin. Shining a light into a lipoma is not particularly useful as a test. Ultra sound in the hands of an experienced ultrasonologist is a good way of assessing a lump or lipoma.
A common scrotal lump is a hydrocele. These are full of fluid and light up when you shine a light into them. This is called transillumination.
I would recommend  that you to take the advise of suitably trained and experienced medical specialists. I would be less concerned that it was not transparent.
I hope this helps.
Best wishes.

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