What is skin lump removal?

Skin lump removal is a group of procedures that is designed to remove abnormal growths, or masses, that develop under the skin. Although these lumps can vary in size, they are typically benign, with the most common types including:

  • Lipomas 
  • Skin cysts 
  • Skin nodules.
  • Skin tags.
  • Warts.

Skin lumps are quite common, and can occur on any part of the body. While many are harmless, removal may be necessary if they cause discomfort, cosmetic concerns or indicate underlying medical conditions.

Skin lumps come in various types, sizes, and may develop anywhere on the body.

How does skin lump removal work?

At NC Tan Surgery, our doctor offers the following treatment options:

  • Incision and Drainage: drainage involves administering a local anaesthesia before our surgeon makes a small incision over the lumps, where the fluids, and pus are drained. Following the drainage, our surgeon will close the wound, and apply a bandage, or dressing to prevent infection.
  • Excision surgery: excision surgery involves making a surgical incision to remove the entire lump, including a small margin on the surrounding healthy tissues. Afterwards, our surgeon will close the wound before applying a bandage, or dressing to prevent infection.

Benefits of skin lump removal

Skin lump removal offers many benefits, including:

  • Alleviating discomfort and pain.
  • Early diagnosis or prevention from worsening of a condition.
  • Ruling out skin malignancy.
  • Improve mobility.
  • Prevent infections and inflammation.
  • Cosmetic improvements.
  • Enhance appearance.
An excision skin lump removal surgery involves completely removing the mass, along with a small portion of the surrounding healthy tissues.

When is skin lump removal recommended in Singapore?

Some of the reasons why skin lumps are removed include:

  • It carries the possibility of becoming malignant.
  • It causes pain or discomfort.
  • It changes in colour, size, and texture.
  • It feels mushy, soft, squishy or hard.
  • It has an irregular contour.
  • It has become infected (signs include redness, swelling, and pus).
  • It hinders mobility.
  • It interferes with daily activities.
  • It is growing rapidly.

What can I expect from skin lump removal in Singapore?

In most cases, skin lump removal procedures in Singapore are typically done as an outpatient procedure. During the initial consultation, our doctors will perform the following steps to have a thorough understanding of your skin lumps:

  • Physical examination: our doctor will physically examine skin lumps and assess their size and texture.
  • Family history: it is advisable to disclose your family’s medical history, especially any genetic conditions that may result in skin lumps.
  • Medical history: you may be asked about your medical history, as it will help our doctors determine if your skin lumps are medically induced or potentially a symptom of certain medical conditions.

Once all relevant information has been obtained, a personalised treatment plan will be outlined, with our doctors walking you through the procedure. The procedures typically carry no risks and do not require any special preparations. 

Following the procedure, it is common to experience some mild swelling, discomfort, and redness. These side effects will resolve on their own after a couple of days. Additionally, it is important to adhere to the following steps to ensure that your wound heals properly:

  • Attend all follow-up appointments to enable our doctor to monitor how your wounds are healing.
  • Keep the treatment areas clean, dry, and change your bandage and dressing regularly.
  • Immediately get in touch with your doctor if your wounds present signs of pus, emit a foul odour or become inflamed two days following the procedures.

 The site of removal will be covered with a bandage or dressing to ensure it is protected against infections.

How many treatment sessions are necessary?

While one treatment session is usually sufficient to completely remove skin lumps, this will depend on the number of the skin lumps as well as the size. If the lumps recur, then you may be recommended additional sessions to have them removed.

At NC Tan Surgery, we strive to offer our patients the best, and most comprehensive treatment without foregoing comfort. Schedule a skin lump removal procedure with us today, particularly if your lump continues to grow and cause discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the procedures are typically painless. Some mild discomfort may be felt during the procedures.

The recovery period usually takes between 1- 2 weeks, depending on the size and type of lump removed.

While scarring is a potential risk, our doctor is experienced in executing the procedures with minimal scarring. Where scarring is present, it will gradually fade and be less noticeable.

The chances of the lumps recurring are relatively low.

As the procedures carry low risk and require no downtime, you will be able to resume your normal activities immediately after the procedure.

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