General Surgery

Lumps and Bumps Treatment

Available

Description

Lumps and bumps can have many causes, including sebaceous or epidermoid cysts, lipomas, ganglion cysts and other benign or more serious conditions. A new or changing lump should be assessed rather than assumed to be harmless.

Dr Shaunak Saha provides clinical evaluation of common soft-tissue lumps and swellings and can advise whether observation, imaging, biopsy or surgical removal may be appropriate.

The treatment approach depends on the location, size, symptoms, appearance and clinical characteristics of the lump. Where surgical removal is recommended, the aim is to treat the identified lesion while considering the surrounding tissue and cosmetic outcome.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Conditions: Cysts, lipomas, ganglion cysts and selected lumps

Assessment: Clinical examination

Additional evaluation: Imaging or biopsy when indicated

Treatment: Observation or surgical removal

Procedure: Excision where appropriate

Target area: Skin and soft tissues

Anaesthesia: Depends on location and procedure

Pathology: Tissue may be sent for laboratory examination

Recurrence: Depends on lesion type

Follow-up: Based on diagnosis and treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: Are all lumps and bumps harmless?

A: No. Many are benign, but a new, growing, painful or otherwise unusual lump should be evaluated.

Q: Can a lipoma or cyst be removed surgically?

A: Yes, when clinically appropriate, symptomatic or otherwise requiring removal.

Q: Will every lump require a biopsy?

A: No. The need for imaging, biopsy or removal depends on the clinical characteristics of the lump.

If you have a new, persistent or growing lump or swelling, consult Dr Shaunak Saha for proper evaluation before deciding on treatment.

Specifications

Key propertyDiagnosis-led treatment of lumps
Patient search intentRemoval of cysts, lipomas and other lumps
Safety focusAvoiding assumptions about unexplained swellings
Treatment approachObservation, investigation or removal according to findings
Clinical focusIdentifying the nature of the lump before treatment