Lipoma (fatty tumor): what it is and what it looks like
A lipoma, or fatty tumor, is a soft benign nodule of adipose tissue under the skin. We explain what it looks like, why it appears, and when it should be shown to a surgeon.
A lipoma, or fatty tumor, is a soft benign nodule of adipose tissue under the skin. We explain what it looks like, why it appears, and when it should be shown to a surgeon.
We explain in which areas of the body a lipoma is most common, how it feels, and at what point a subcutaneous lump should be shown to a surgeon.
A soft, mobile lump under the skin on the face, head or neck is most often a lipoma. We explain how to recognize it and when a doctor's examination is needed.