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What That Bump on Your Skin Really Means: A Dermatology Guide

Finding a bump on your skin can be unsettling, especially when it appears suddenly or doesn’t go away. While many skin lumps are harmless, others may require professional evaluation to determine the cause and appropriate next steps. At Calgary Vein & Laser, we regularly assess skin bumps

December 19, 2025

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How to Tell a Lipoma Apart from a Fat Deposit

Not all soft lumps under the skin are the same. Many people wonder whether a noticeable bump is a lipoma or simply a fat deposit related to weight changes or body composition. While both involve fatty tissue, they behave very differently and require different approaches. At Calgary Vein &

December 12, 2025

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Post-Removal Care: How to Prevent Scars and Recurrence

Proper aftercare after excision surgery plays a critical role in how well your skin heals following lipoma removal. While excision surgery permanently removes the growth, what you do afterward can influence scarring, comfort, and overall results. At Calgary Vein & Laser, we guide patients

December 5, 2025

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Lipomas and Weight Gain: Are They Related?

Noticing a lipoma after weight gain can raise questions about whether the two are connected. Because lipomas are made of fatty tissue, many people assume changes in body weight may cause them to form or grow. At Calgary Vein & Laser, we frequently evaluate lipomas in patients of all body t

November 28, 2025

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Can Massage or Essential Oils Shrink Lipomas? What Science Says

When a lipoma appears, it’s common to look for natural ways to reduce it without surgery. Massage techniques, essential oils, and other home remedies are often promoted online as solutions, but do they actually work? At Calgary Vein & Laser, we frequently see patients who have tried thes

November 21, 2025

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Do Diet and Exercise Affect Lipomas? What the Science Says?

When a lipoma develops, many people wonder whether lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can make it go away. Because lipomas are made of fatty tissue, it’s a natural question, but the answer isn’t always intuitive. At Calgary Vein & Laser, we often see patients who have tried weigh

November 14, 2025

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The Cost of Lipoma Removal: Is It Worth It?

Discovering a lipoma often leads to questions about treatment, recovery, and cost. Because lipomas are benign, many people wonder whether removal is truly necessary or worth the investment. At Calgary Vein & Laser, lipoma removal is performed using excision surgery, a minor in-office proce

November 7, 2025

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Minimally Invasive Lipoma Removal: What Options Actually Work

If you’ve been diagnosed with a lipoma, you may be searching for a minimally invasive way to remove it with minimal downtime and scarring. While many treatment options are discussed online, not all are effective or medically recommended. At Calgary Vein & Laser, lipomas are treated using

October 24, 2025

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What Is a Lipoma? Understanding Benign Fatty Tumors

A lipoma is a slow-growing, non-cancerous lump made up of fatty tissue that forms beneath the skin. While often harmless, these soft, movable growths can become uncomfortable or concerning if they enlarge or appear in visible areas. At Calgary Vein & Laser, our specialists assess and remov

October 10, 2025

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Lipoma Removal: What to Expect During and After Surgery

Lipomas are benign fatty growths that don’t usually pose a health risk, but many people choose to have them removed due to discomfort, growth, or cosmetic concerns. Understanding what lipoma removal involves can help ease anxiety and set clear expectations. At Calgary Vein & Laser, lipom

August 22, 2025

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Do Lipomas Ever Go Away on Their Own? What to Know

Finding a soft lump under your skin can raise immediate questions, especially whether it might disappear on its own. Lipomas are common, benign fatty growths that typically grow slowly and remain harmless. However, many people wonder if they’ll eventually shrink or resolve without treatm

August 15, 2025

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Why Do Lipomas Form? Causes, Genetics, and Risk Factors

Lipomas are common benign fatty lumps that form just beneath the skin, but why they appear isn’t always clear. Genetics, age, and certain health or lifestyle factors may increase the likelihood of developing them, yet lipomas remain non-cancerous and usually harmless. At Calgary Vein & L

August 8, 2025

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Are Lipomas Dangerous? When to Worry About a Lump

Noticing a lump under your skin can cause concern, but in most cases, a lipoma is harmless. These soft, slow-growing fatty growths are non-cancerous and usually require no urgent treatment. However, it’s still important to have any lump assessed by a medical professional to confirm what

August 1, 2025

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