A member asked:

Can lipomas be white in color if its just under pale skin?

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Dr. John Fung answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes, usually pale: A lipoma is composed of fatty tissue and is a common soft tissue benign tumor. Lipomas are generally found underneath the skin in the fatty layer, are soft to the touch, usually movable, and are generally painless. The color of a lipoma is pinkish yellow and pale, so it does not usually impart a color to the overlying skin. If bothersome, a lipoma can be removed surgically as an outpatient.

Answered 5/3/2014

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