Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underLipoma Removal q&a

Will eating a good diet and protein increase lipomas?

I have a small small lipoma lumps all over in my body and my weight is only 46 so taking food having more calories increases lipoma?

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Nelson Castillo, MD
Nelson Castillo, MD profile photo
Dr. Nelson Castillo, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
5.0 | 330 Reviews
Answered on Dec 30, 2018
Answer
🔗 Link
Dr. Benjamin J. Cousins, MD
Dr. Benjamin J. Cousins, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Mar 2, 2019
Answer
Dr. Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB
Dr. Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB
Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Dec 23, 2018
Answer

More Lipoma Removal Questions

Is it normal to get a hard lump under the incision after an operation? (photo)

Top Answer
User Avatar
NM
Nelson Castillo, MD

Thank you for sharing your question.  Unfortunately without feeling the tissues it is difficult to offer definite advice but in general the skin will develop swelling and scar tissue during the healing process that can feel firm to the touch. I would allow your results to mature for a few mon...

+1 answers

Should I use a garment after fat graft for lipoma removal dent?

Top Answer
User Avatar
NM
Nelson Castillo, MD

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  In general surgical garments will not alter or impact the results from any surgical procedure, rather they limit the degree of postoperative swelling that can occur.  You can speak to your surgeon about a garment for your buttock to help minimize t...

+2 answers

Can you give suggestions about lipoma to my right temple area? (Photo)

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Michael I. Echavez, MD

It would be important to determine what is causing the mass that you see on the side of your face.  While it is possible that it could be a lipoma, it is also possible it could be something else.  You may need an imaging study and/or a needle biopsy of the mass to try and determine what it is a...

+3 answers

What if a lipoma is punctured? Should I be concerned?

Top Answer
User Avatar
NM
Nelson Castillo, MD

Thank you for sharing your question.  Because a lipoma is typically pure fat, puncturing it does not impact it's appearance or feel.  Likely with lancing of the cyst it diminished the pressure being applied to the lipoma allowing it to appear less noticeable.  Hope this helps.

+1 answers

Will a large lipoma get smaller with weight loss?

Top Answer
User Avatar
JM
Jerimiah Mason, MD

Unfortunately lipomas will just keep growing, so it's best to have it removed.  I'm sure the general surgeon you see will make the same recommendation.

+4 answers

Can a intramuscular lipoma on lower back/iliac crest cause severe pain?How long until I am back to sports after removal surgery?

Top Answer
User Avatar
DM
Daniel Barrett, MD

Dear cassidymarie,lipoma usually don't create any symptoms unless it provides pressure on nerve and it should be seen on MRI. If you have pain, I suggest you to consult neurologist or neurosurgeon and get an examination.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, ...

+2 answers
See all Lipoma Removal Q&A
See more Lipoma Removal Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE LIPOMA REMOVAL GUIDE →