What is a Lipoma?

A lipoma is a slow-growing, benign tumor made up of fat cells. It can occur anywhere in the body, but it is most commonly found in the neck, back, shoulders, abdomen, and thighs. Lipomas are usually soft, movable, and painless. They can range in size from a small pea to a large grapefruit. In most … Read more

What Causes a Lipoma?

Lipomas are common, benign tumors made up of fat cells. They can grow anywhere in the body, but they most often occur in the arms, legs, shoulders, and abdomen. Lipomas are usually soft, movable, and painless. They can range in size from a small pea to a large grapefruit. The exact cause of lipomas is … Read more