Is it serious if a lipoma grows under the armpit?
Mar 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Feng
Introduction
Axillary lipomas usually grow slowly and have minimal impact on daily activities, so they are generally not a cause for concern. If the lipoma is small and does not cause any discomfort, special treatment is usually unnecessary. However, if the lipoma becomes large, causes discomfort due to compression, or affects appearance, surgical removal can be considered for a definitive cure.
Fatty tumors in the armpit are generally not serious, as fatty tumors are benign and usually do not significantly affect health.
A fatty tumor refers to a small, well-defined mass of fat tissue located under the skin. Because it grows slowly and has minimal impact on daily activities, it is usually not a cause for concern. If the fatty tumor is small and does not cause any discomfort, specific treatment is typically unnecessary. However, if the tumor becomes large, causes discomfort due to pressure, or affects appearance, surgical removal can be considered for a cure.
If after treatment of an armpit fatty tumor, new lumps appear in other areas or the original site shows recurrence, prompt follow-up examination is recommended.
