A lipoma is an overgrowth of fatty tissue, but it is benign. Lipomas are painless, harmless, and develop very slowly. Lipomas are located between the skin and muscle, can move freely under the skin, and feel supple or tough. Lipomas are most commonly found on the neck, shoulders, abdomen, arms, thighs, and back, and may interfere with your movement and appearance. The following are some natural treatments that you can try to reduce lipomas as well as increase your range of motion and improve your appearance.
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Method 1 of 3: Cure Lipomas with Natural Herbal Oils and Plants
Step 1. Make an ointment from natural herbs and oils
Natural oils such as neem oil and flaxseed oil work great as an ointment base. Try different combinations of oils and herbs.
- Neem oil is an astringent that can help protect the skin. This oil is commonly used in Ayurvedic (ancient India) medicine to treat lipomas.
- Flaxseed oil has high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These fatty acids can help reduce inflammation. Be sure to buy flaxseed oil that is guaranteed to be free of heavy metals like lead and mercury.
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While not a natural oil, chilled green tea is also a great ointment base option. Its high antioxidant content can help control blood sugar and fat levels.
Step 2. Mix the chickweed plant with a natural oil or tea base
Blend 1 teaspoon of bandotan plant with 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Apply the ointment to the surface of the lipoma.
- Bandotan plant is used to reduce fat.
- You can also use 1-2 tablespoons of chilled green tea in place of neem oil or flaxseed oil to make a paste.
Step 3. Try making an ointment with turmeric
Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric with 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Apply this ointment to the surface of the lipoma. Your skin will turn slightly orange or yellow in color due to turmeric. So, cover the lipoma with a bandage to protect your clothes.
- Just like neem oil, turmeric is also commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine.
- To make a paste, add 1-2 tablespoons of chilled green tea instead of neem oil or flaxseed oil to the turmeric.
Step 4. Put the dried sage in neem oil or flaxseed oil
Mix -1 teaspoon of dry sage with 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Apply the result to the surface of the lipoma.
- Replace neem oil or flaxseed oil with 1-2 tablespoons of chilled green tea to make a paste.
- Sage is used in traditional Chinese medicine to dissolve fatty tissue.
Method 2 of 3: Overcome Lipoma by Improving Your Diet
Step 1. Increase the number of vegetables and fruits in the diet
Vegetables and fruits contain antioxidants that can help reduce fat in the blood.
Choose brightly colored fruits and vegetables for their high antioxidant content. Some examples of fruits and vegetables that are rich in antioxidants include blueberries, raspberries, apples, plums, oranges, green leafy vegetables, pumpkin, and bell peppers
Step 2. Increase fish intake
Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein. Omega-3 fats can help reduce inflammation and limit the growth of lipomas.
- Salmon and tuna are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids and are also rich in protein.
- Good sources of omega-3 fatty acids include mackerel, herring, trout, which are also rich in vitamin B12.
Step 3. Limit red meat intake
If you eat this meat, make sure the source is grass-fed cattle without antibiotics or hormones. Meat from grass-fed cattle contains omega-3 and omega-3 fatty acids.
Chicken, tofu, and beans are great substitutes for red meat that are also rich in protein
Step 4. Switch to organic foods as much as possible
Switching to organic foods will reduce the amount of preservatives and food additives you consume. This way, your liver can focus more on removing toxins stored in the fat tissue of the lipoma.
Do you know?
Limiting the consumption of processed and packaged foods will also reduce the content of additives and preservatives in your food.
Method 3 of 3: Determining When to Seek Medical Help
Step 1. See a doctor if you have pain or discomfort, find a new lump or swelling
The lump may look like a lipoma when it's not. Lipomas are painless. So, a painful lump is most likely a sign of another problem. It's also best not to try to treat any new lumps or swollen areas before being examined by a doctor.
Most likely you don't have to worry about it. However, it's a good idea to make sure that the lump is indeed a lipoma and not another problem
Step 2. Prepare for a tissue biopsy, X-ray, MRI, or CT scan
This examination will help your doctor confirm that the lump on your body is indeed a lipoma. In most of the cases, doctors will do a quick diagnostic check in their clinic.
- You should feel no pain during the biopsy, and only slightly uncomfortable. Before taking the sample, the doctor will anesthetize the area around the lump and then insert a thin needle there. Finally, the doctor will examine the sample under a microscope to make sure the lump is indeed a lipoma.
- X-rays, MRI, and CT scans are imaging studies. In most cases, doctors will only need to do one of them. The results of an X-ray examination can show a shadow at the location of the lipoma, while an MRI and CT scan can show a more detailed picture of the lipoma.
Step 3. Ask your doctor if liposuction can treat a bothersome lipoma
If you have a small lipoma that interferes with your daily life, your doctor may be able to remove it with liposuction. To do this, the doctor will give you a local anesthetic around the lipoma so you don't feel any pain. After that, the doctor will insert a needle to suck out the fatty tissue inside the lipoma.
This action is quite simple and fast and doesn't require you to rest too long. Even so, you may feel a little sore, uncomfortable, and bruised
Step 4. Consider surgery if the lipoma is impeding your movement
If your doctor thinks surgery is right for you, you will usually be sedated before the procedure. To remove a lipoma, the doctor will make a small incision and then remove the lipoma from the body. Finally, the doctor will suture the incision.
- After surgery, there may be a scar in the area of the lipoma. Even so, this wound will most likely not be seen clearly. In addition, discomfort and bruising are common a few days after surgery.
- Surgery may also be considered if the lipoma interferes with your appearance.
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Once removed surgically, the lipoma will most likely not reappear.
Tips
- It's best to consult your doctor first before trying natural remedies.
- Give a lot of herbal ointment every day to get better results.
- Never try to press or irritate a lipoma.
