The choice of treatment depends on the nature of the lipoma and its location. If the lipoma does not cause any discomfort, it does not require any special treatment.

It is nevertheless advisable to monitor a lipoma that is not operated on to see if it does not grow, or if it becomes embarrassing.

Treatment of a troublesome lipoma involves surgery, liposuction, or removal of the lipoma (lipectomy). When a lipoma is operated on, it is then systematically sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Liposuction causes less scarring, but it leaves the envelope of the lipoma in place and puts you at risk of recurrence.

In the case of numerous subcutaneous lipomas, or in the case of a person who cannot undergo surgery, an alternative is to inject corticosteroids into the lipoma so as to reduce its volume.