Lipoma is a neoplasm of a benign nature that occurs in the connective tissue of the subcutaneous tissue. But there are cases when it reaches the muscles and blood vessels. Lipoma, the causes of its occurrence are poorly studied, therefore, it is extremely difficult to identify specific sources that provoke the formation of a tumor.
The places of its localization are different: any part of the body can be affected by this disease. Often adipose tissue is involved in the formation of lipomas , so they are popularly called wen. The risk group can include women in the age group from 30 to 50 years. Such a neoplasm practically does not pose a threat to life or health, therefore, removal may be necessary in terms of discomfort, in terms of aesthetic appearance. The separation of part of the fat layer into a certain capsule can be called a “lipoma", the reasons for the formation of which are the blockage of the sebaceous ducts.
This neoplasm arises both in the form of a single tumor, and in the form of multiple manifestations. If there are several lipomas, then lipomatosis is diagnosed, which is characterized by excessive accumulation of fat cells in the tissues of the skin. Moreover, the weight and complexion of a person do not play any role. Even with general thinness, an increase in wen can be observed.
Lipoma: causes
There is still a lot of controversy and opinions on this topic. So far, experts have not been able to reach a consensus. If we talk about the classification of the sources of such a pathology as lipoma, the causes are divided into three general groups. The first version says that wen appear in connection with problems in the endocrine system - a violation of metabolic processes and hormonal levels leads to such consequences. According to the second theory, the causes of lipomas lie in human genetics, possibly a hereditary predisposition. The third group includes factors of influence such as adverse environmental conditions, constant stress and depression, as well as disruption of the digestive and nervous system. Blockage of the sebaceous ducts can lead to a diagnosis such as a lipoma. From the point of view of traditional medicine, the causes of this ailment also lie in a large number of toxins, which are not removed and are toxic.
Lipoma: symptoms
A neoplasm of this nature does not affect the well-being of a person, therefore, it can be detected only by external examination. On palpation, the patient does not experience pain, and the tumor has a soft and elastic structure. A contour around a given formation is considered characteristic, since it has clear edges.
In the diameter, an ordinary lipoma reaches ten centimeters. However, there are cases when its size is comparable to the head of a newborn child, then it is customary to talk about a giant tumor. When diagnosing, attention should be paid to the localization of lipomas. As a rule, its formation occurs in the area of accumulated adipose tissue.
Despite the fact that lipoma does not pose any danger to human life and health, it is necessary to monitor the process of its growth. A huge tumor begins to sag under the weight of its own weight, gradually the skin is stretched, and the so-called leg forms on which the lipoma rests. The appearance of a leg indicates rupture of blood vessels and impaired blood flow, in connection with which cell death and pus formation occur.
If you do not pay due attention to this situation, then transformation into a liposarcoma (a tumor that is tighter, but already malignant) can occur. Lipoma can only be removed by surgical removal of it.