Question 1

i have a lump in my arm i was told it was a lipoma what is that and how do i get rid of it. and is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

NOT dangerous: A lipoma is a benign 'fatty tumor' under the skin and they are very common. The condition 'tends to run in families'.  'to get rid' of a lipoma a surgery has to be scheduled and can usually be done in the office (i removed one last week from a gentleman's forearm).  The indications (reasons) for lipoma removal are: pain or 1 that is growing rapidly.

Question 2

are there any at home remedies i can use to get rid of a large lipoma i have on my arm?

Accepted Answer

No.: Unfortunately, the only way to get rid of a lipoma is to surgically remove it.  Happily, these are often very minor operations that can be performed in an office setting under local anesthesia in less than 30 minutes.  If this lipoma is interfering with the quality of your life, i recommend seeing a surgeon.

Question 3

i've got loads of little lumps all over my body, known as lipomas, is there any way to get rid of them without surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: No way to get rid of them other than surgery.  Surgery may not be needed though if they are normal appearing and small.

Question 4

what to do if i have loads of little lumps all over my body, known as lipomas, any way to get rid of them without surgery?

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No: Surgery is the only way to get rid of lipomas.

Question 5

hi, 
for the past 10 years now i have been struggling with lipomas that is very visible on my arms and legs. i went 4 times to go get them removed, but then you sit with scars.any way to get rid of them or just make them not that visible?

Accepted Answer

Lipomas: Sounds like familial lipomatosis. Can remove the more unsightly ones thru small incisions. Se plastic surgeon who does liposuction, could possibly remove that way. Always possibility of nerve muscle injury, or infection with these procedures

Question 6

i work in the petroleum industry,spilled a small amount of diesel fuel on my right forearm how can i get rid of the rash,is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Diesel fuel on skin: Very good question.  Placing your arm under running water for several minutes is best first intervention.  Then, trepeated horough cleansing with soap is best antidote.  Soap will create dissolvent action.  Lather it thoroughly. Rinse under running water, repeat the lathering, rinse again, repeat lathering, rinse thoroughly.   Likely, lno harm will ensue.

Question 7

why is there a large painful lump in my armpit that has been growing over the past couple of days? how do i get rid of it? it hurts to move my arms?

Accepted Answer

: That location has lymph nodes, odor producing glands and sweat glands, all of which could be invaded by germs. Germ invasion can produce a swollen lump/cyst.  Moist heat may increase blood flow enough that your natural healing factors could help, but sometimes these need antibiotics or even surgical drainage before they are cured.

Question 8

hi i've had these lumps on my buttocks and arms and they look like boils but no pus but its really itchy how do i get rid of them ?

Accepted Answer

Lumps: Those bumps may indeed be abscesses. Seek immediate help from your doctor. Those bumps may represent a staph infection and you need immediate treatment.

Question 9

how can i get rid of arm fat and knee-crotch lump?

Accepted Answer

Fat &amp; lumps: You can not spot lose fat. If you have actual lumps - would recommend medical evaluation of these.

Question 10

how can i tell if this lump on my arm.is really a lipoma i was told by a nurse a long time ago. but im not sure .  help?

Accepted Answer

Get a biopsy: If sure of dx. Continue to observe, if unsure refer to surgeon for bc.

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Are there any at home remedies i can use to get rid of a large lipoma i have on my arm?

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I've got loads of little lumps all over my body, known as lipomas, is there any way to get rid of them without surgery?

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What to do if i have loads of little lumps all over my body, known as lipomas, any way to get rid of them without surgery?

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Hi, for the past 10 years now i have been struggling with lipomas that is very visible on my arms and legs. i went 4 times to go get them removed, but then you sit with scars.any way to get rid of them or just make them not that visible?

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I work in the petroleum industry,spilled a small amount of diesel fuel on my right forearm how can i get rid of the rash,is it dangerous?

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Why is there a large painful lump in my armpit that has been growing over the past couple of days? how do i get rid of it? it hurts to move my arms?

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Hi i've had these lumps on my buttocks and arms and they look like boils but no pus but its really itchy how do i get rid of them ?

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How can i get rid of arm fat and knee-crotch lump?

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How can i tell if this lump on my arm.is really a lipoma i was told by a nurse a long time ago. but im not sure . help?

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