They are usually not painful and do not raise your risk of cancer.
Lipomas in the breast have very few symptoms.
This article discusses the possible signs and potential causes of lipomas in the breast.
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It also covers risk factors and when to seek tests or treatment for your symptoms.
A lipoma in the breast may cause symptoms if it is large enough to be felt.
Some research indicates that it may be related to an injury in the area.
Trauma or injury to the breast could lead to increased production of fat cells and fatty tumors.
Your risk of lipoma may increase if you have a family history of lipomas.
If you have a painful or very large lipoma, your healthcare provider may recommend removing it.
Surgery or liposuction can remove a lipoma.
This could lead to pain and discomfort.
Risk factors for a lipoma in the breast include injury to the area and a family history of lipomas.
Are There Tests to Diagnose the Cause of a Lipoma in the Breast?
This is especially essential if you or a family member have a history of cancer.
It is usually harmless and painless.
If the lipoma presses on a nerve, blood vessel, or joint, it could cause pain.
Lipomas usually do not require treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cause of lipomas in the breast is usually unknown.
A lipoma in the breast is usually small and does not cause symptoms.
You may feel a soft, doughy lump right under the skin if it is large.
Lipomas are typically painless.
Most lipomas do not require treatment.
There are no home remedies for getting rid of lipomas.
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