What exactly is a lipoma, and what causes it to develop? Are there specific genetic, lifestyle, or medical factors that increase the likelihood of forming a lipoma, and how does it differ from other types of soft tissue growths or tumors?
Lipomas are benign fatty growths that form just beneath the skin and are generally considered harmless. While there is no single confirmed cause, genetic predisposition is frequently seen in patients with multiple lipomas. They are typically soft, smooth, and slow-growing. In contrast, other soft tissue tumors may feel harder or show faster progression.