How to treat a lipoma on the back causing pain?

Dear Gouse pasha ji,

Please don’t worry too much. Most lipomas are harmless and grow slowly. But because you have mentioned pain along with the lump, getting a proper examination is important.

Sometimes a lipoma can cause discomfort because of its size or location, especially if it presses on nearby tissues. However, back pain may also have another cause and may not always be related to the lipoma.

What Treatment Be Needed?

First, a doctor should examine the lump and understand the reason for your pain.

Depending on the size, location, growth and examination, the doctor recommend an ultrasound or another scan if the diagnosis is uncertain.

If it is confirmed to be a lipoma and it is causing significant pain, discomfort or other problems, the doctor may recommend removing it. Removed tissue may also be sent for laboratory testing when appropriate.

Precautions Until You See the Doctor

• Do not press, squeeze or massage the lump repeatedly.

• Do not try to puncture or remove it yourself.

• Avoid applying unknown creams or home remedies on the lump.

• Avoid activities that clearly increase the pain.

• Keep track of whether the lump is increasing in size.

• Note whether the lump becomes red, hot or more painful.

• Keep your previous scan or medical reports, if available.

When Should You See a Doctor Quickly?

Please arrange a medical check-up sooner if the lump : 

• Is growing quickly

• Becomes increasingly painful

• Becomes hard or does not move

• Becomes red or hot

• Causes significant difficulty with normal activities

• Changes noticeably in appearance

These changes do not automatically mean something serious, but they should be properly evaluated.

We understand that having a lump on your back along with pain can make you worried. Please don’t panic or delay getting it checked. You can share your city and state with us. We can help you identify a suitable doctor and partner hospital for evaluation and guide you regarding the next steps.

If you already have an ultrasound, MRI, or other report, you can also share it with us so the findings can be explained in simple language. We help patients connect with suitable doctors and partner hospitals and assist with appointment and treatment coordination.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth