Lipomas

[Oolish]

I think I may have Lipomas in my chin. Should I see a doctor or dermatologist first?

[Oolish]

Thank you! I will see my doctor as soon as possible and will let you know what I learn!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
For lipomas, surgical removal is the best treatment option. Simple excision is usually done for superficial lipomas and is done under anesthesia by giving and excision and removing the contents of the lipoma. Then these contents are sent for histopathological examination.

Liposuction has more recurrence rate but in surgical incisional removal, since it is removed completely, including the capsule, the recurrence rate is less.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.