Nov 24, 2015 · Strictly speaking, a lipoma is a benign growth and a liposarcoma is malignant (ie, cancer).There has always been some concern that lipomas, which are common, can contain …

Dec 5, 2009 · A liposarcoma will generally be firmer, more irregular, more adherent and less mobile than a lipoma. Also, liposarcoma is more likely to be painful than a lipoma. It is not …

Jun 11, 2017 · Hi,This is a very important question.A Liposarcoma is a lipoma that is cancerous, can be somewhat painful and it grows very fast. A lipoma doesn't grow as fast and it will not be …

Oct 30, 2017 · Removal of a lipoma is a very common procedure. If you have had your lipoma for several years and it is not getting bigger, it is unlikely that it would be a liposarcoma. If the …

Aug 31, 2024 · Liposarcoma: This is a rare type of cancer that arises in fat cells. Unlike lipomas, liposarcomas can be painful, grow rapidly, and may be firm or fixed in place. Given your …

Sep 28, 2022 · Lipoma removal is a low-risk, outpatient procedure with no serious side effects. Since lipoma treatment is a minor plastic surgery, you may have some bruising, scarring, …

May 27, 2018 · Answer: Lipoma vs liposarcoma You should get and follow the advice of a suitably qualified and experienced surgeon who deals with lipomas and the diagnosis of abnormal …

Jun 12, 2008 · Malignant transformation of a lipoma to a liposarcoma is rare. If there is concern about a lipoma being malignant, then an excisional biopsy or fine needle biopsy can be done. …

Jun 16, 2018 · 1. could there be a vein feed inside that the Dr did not pick up 2. how fast do lipoma recur 3. could this recur 7 x's each in same area 4. what should the texture be of a …

Jan 19, 2009 · A lipoma is a benign fat collection, and the diagnosis should be made by a physician. If it is a true lipoma, it is entirely harmless but can be surgically cut out with usually …