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Lipoma & Corn Surgery

Lipomas and corns are common conditions that can cause discomfort, pain, cosmetic concerns, and difficulty in daily activities if left untreated. While lipomas are soft fatty swellings beneath the skin, corns are thickened areas of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment help prevent progression and provide long-term relief.

What is a Lipoma?

A lipoma is a benign (non-cancerous), soft, slow-growing lump made up of fatty tissue located beneath the skin. Lipomas are usually painless, movable, and commonly found on the neck, shoulders, back, arms, abdomen, or thighs. Although harmless in most cases, larger lipomas may cause discomfort, cosmetic concerns, or pressure on nearby nerves and tissues.

Common Causes

  • Often develops without any specific known cause
  • Genetic or hereditary tendency
  • More common in middle-aged adults
  • May occasionally develop after minor injury or trauma

Common Symptoms

  • Soft, doughy swelling beneath the skin
  • Slow-growing painless lump
  • Movable lump on touching
  • Discomfort if pressing on nearby nerves or muscles
  • Cosmetic concern due to visible swelling

Treatment

Lipomas generally do not require treatment unless they become painful, increase in size, or cause cosmetic discomfort.
  • Minor surgical excision under local anesthesia
  • Complete removal of the fatty lump with minimal scarring
  • Day-care procedure with quick recovery
  • Early return to routine activities within a short period

What is a Corn?

A corn is a localized thickened area of skin that develops due to repeated pressure or friction, commonly affecting the feet and toes. Corns form as a protective response of the skin but may become painful and interfere with walking or footwear if untreated.

Common Causes

  • Wearing tight or ill-fitting footwear
  • Excessive walking or prolonged standing
  • Foot deformities such as bunions or hammer toes
  • Abnormal pressure points on the feet
  • Lack of proper foot care and hygiene

Common Symptoms

  • Hard, thickened skin over the foot or toe
  • Pain while walking or wearing shoes
  • Rough or raised bump on the skin
  • Yellowish or grayish thickened area
  • Central hard core in deeper corns

Treatment

Initial treatment for corns may include conservative methods such as:
  • Pressure offloading and protective padding
  • Use of medicated corn caps or creams
  • Proper footwear and foot care measures

If the corn becomes recurrent or painful despite conservative treatment, minor surgical removal may be advised. The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia with minimal downtime and quick recovery.

Dr. Akshay N. Chaudhari provides safe and effective treatment for lipomas and corns using advanced surgical techniques focused on minimal scarring, faster healing, and long-term relief. Personalized treatment planning ensures maximum comfort and excellent cosmetic and functional outcomes for every patient.