Lipomas & Cysts
Learn about the symptoms and treatment for benign tumor and cysts
Lipomas
Lipoma is a benign (non-cancerous) fatty tumor that develops under the skin.
Cysts
Sebaceous cyst is a benign (noncancerous) growth that develops in the skin's sebaceous glands, which produce oil.
Lipomas
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Lipomas can appear anywhere on the body, but are most commonly found on the neck, shoulders, back, abdomen, arms, or thighs.
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They can be painless, but can also cause discomfort/pain as it grows or if is near or under a muscle.
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They are removed surgically under sedation and/or local anesthesia.
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You are able to go home the same day as the procedure.
Sebaceous Cyst
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Sometimes these can become infected and require drainage and antibiotics. The cyst wall is still present after this so the cyst will come back over time.
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They are removed surgically under sedation and/or local anesthesia.
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It is important to remove the entire cyst wall during surgery to minimize the chance of it coming back.
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You are able to go home the same day as the procedure.