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What is a fatty tumor on the bowel?
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Fatty tumor : Alipoma or "fatty tumor" is simply a blob of fat that grew a bit out of control it is benign and means absolutely nothing and is nothing to worry about at all!
Answered 12/9/2018
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Benign Tumor: Lipomas(fatty tumors)can be found anywhere along the intestinal tract, typically bulging towards the intestinal lumen. Though often completely harmless, when large they can erode thru the inner lining of the intestine and cause bleeding. Furthermore, they may cause (small)bowel obstruction, as the intestine tries to propagate the tumor out (intususception). Rx is only required for complications.
Answered 4/23/2019
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