How is a lipoma best treated?
Disease description:
A small fleshy lump has appeared on the skin. After visiting the hospital for an examination, it was diagnosed as a lipoma. I would like to know the best treatment options for lipomas.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Bingping
Treatment options for lipomas include medications and surgical interventions, with the most appropriate method selected based on the patient’s specific needs. Medications primarily involve corticosteroid injections—such as commonly used prednisolone—which can reduce the size of lipomas but cannot eliminate them entirely. Alternatively, surgical excision directly removes the lipoma, offering a definitive cure. Additionally, for smaller lipomas, liposuction may be employed as a treatment option.
