Hello doctor,
I took a look at the bump and it is about 1/4 of an inch across the skin. I'm in my mid-twenties. Can someone my age get a lipoma?
I'm going to make an appointment to see a dermatologist this coming week. Thank you for your input, Dr. Santos.
HI,
Are there other signs or symptoms present? Can you elaborate more on the bump description? How big is this? If it is soft and doughy and moves easily with slight finger pressure, this could be a lipoma. A lipoma is a flattened lump located just under the skin. Lipomas often occur in the neck, shoulders, back, arms and thighs. They can be painful if they grow and press on nearby nerves, or if they contain many blood vessels. A lipoma is rarely a serious medical condition. Any swelling or lump must be checked by a surgeon. Just leave it as it is and avoid manipulation. They can aways shave it during consult. Take care and keep us posted.