Feb 11, 2022 · A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump that's most often situated between your skin and the underlying muscle layer. A lipoma, which feels doughy and usually isn't tender, moves readily with slight finger pressure.

Aug 9, 2023 · A buffalo hump deposits excess fat tissue on the back of the neck. This condition, also referred to as a dorsocervical fat pad, is most commonly caused by Cushing’s syndrome, including Cushing's disease, or chronic use of glucocorticoid medications.

Oct 13, 2020 · A lipoma is a round or oval-shaped lump of tissue that grows just beneath the skin. It’s made of fat, moves easily when you touch it and doesn’t usually cause pain. Lipomas can appear anywhere on the body, but they’re most common on the back, trunk (torso), arms, shoulders and neck.

Mar 14, 2024 · Madelung’s disease is a rare disorder of fat metabolism (lipid storage) that results in an unusual accumulation of subcutaneous fat (adipose tissue) deposits around the neck, shoulders, trunk, hips, upper arms and thighs. The fat masses can progress quickly over months or slowly over years.

Dec 20, 2024 · A lipoma is a lump under the skin that occurs due to an overgrowth of fat cells. Lipomas are typically harmless but people may wish to remove one that causes pain, complications, or other...

Feb 17, 2023 · Lipoma, or skin lumps, are noncancerous growths of fatty tissue that can develop anywhere on the body. Learn about risk factors, treatment, and more here.

Feb 4, 2025 · A buffalo hump, also known as a dorsocervical fat pad, refers to a collection of fat accumulated on the back of the neck, between the shoulder blades. It can be caused by a variety of underlying medical conditions, like Cushing syndrome, as well as certain medications.

May 20, 2024 · A lipoma is a lump of fat that grows in your body’s soft tissues. Though it’s classified as a tumor, it’s usually harmless. It’s the most common tumor to form beneath your skin.

Nov 17, 2022 · Lipomas are a common type of tumor that’s caused by an overgrowth of fat cells. They are benign (noncancerous) and usually don’t need treatment. Lipomas most often appear as soft, painless lumps under the skin. It’s common to find them on your trunk, arms, or legs. In some cases, lipomas are treated with nonsurgical and surgical methods.

Feb 17, 2021 · Researchers from the University of Granada warn that an accumulation of fatty tissue in the neck (both the double chin and the deeper deposits, located between muscles and around the cervical...