Lipomas are lumps or clusters of fatty tissue deposits, that amass just below the surface of the skin. They are inclined to be soft and spongy, easily able to be moved when touched or pressed. Generally speaking, they are not dangerous, unless the fatty tissue collects in the region of a nerve, or if the build up causes some form of disfigurement.
The standard diagnostic process involves a doctor carrying out an initial investigation to verify that the lump is a lipoma, and not a more serious form of tumour. When it is proven beyond doubt that the lump is a lipoma, the removal of the fat cells can be considered. The lump can be removed by one of various options, including surgery, laser treatment, liposuction and steroid injections. Depending on the preferred choice, these procedures can be carried out at the medical centre, clinic, hospital or maybe even privately by a cosmetic surgeon.
However, surgery is not the only option. There are several natural, home remedies and herbal treatments that could be tried before embarking on the surgical route. The following are some options that could be considered following advice and careful discussions with your medical professionals.
Castor Oil - apply topically several times daily for best results.
Flaxseed Oil - this is high in omega-3, so by taking this oil, it may be possible to dissolve lipomas, or at the very least, stunt the development of fatty cells
Lemon Juice - this is renowned for reducing toxins and stimulating the liver, which may assist the body to digest fats and therefore help to reduce the number and size of the fatty lumps.
Herbal Treatments
Turmeric - it is commonly believed by many experts that by combining turmeric powder with olive oil and applying the blend to the fatty deposits, the lipomas can be softened and reduced.
Chickweed - both chickweed tea and ointment have demonstrated the capacity to reduce the size of lipoma tumours. Chickweed ointments and herbs are readily available from most health shops. The tea is made by infusing two teaspoonfuls of dried chickweed in boiling water for around fifteen minutes.
Thuja Occidentalis - Ayurvedic medicine practitioners regularly use this form of cedar in the treatment for common skin ailments, such as warts and lipomas. A mixture of cedar extract and water is applied to the affected areas two or three times per day.
Green Tea - real green tea is a great fat burner. Increasing body metabolism and burning off fat is an ideal way of avoiding adding to lipoma problems
Lifestyle Changes
As lipoma lumps consist of fat, one obvious factor in minimising growths is to reduce the intake of fat. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is advantageous anyway, but for lipoma sufferers in particular, it can be extremely helpful in reducing the size and number of these fatty growths. Eating leaner meats and cutting out fatty dairy products, as well as eating green vegetables and fruit is a good point to start. Cut out processed foods, white sugar and white flour as well, and the difference will be noticeable. Perhaps a body detox and immune system boosting supplements would not go amiss.
A good way of dealing with lipomas could therefore be a combination of the above tips. Lipoma reducing creams, fat burning herbs, a proper healthy diet and exercise may just be the answer.
