Angiolipoma

Definition

Definition of Angiolipoma
Angiolipoma is a rare disease that gives rise to firm tumors under the skin. These are benign, that is non-cancerous, and are usually yellow in color. These firm growths consist of tissues and blood vessels. The Angiolipoma tumors are mostly seen in people between 40 and 60 years of age. You will rarely find angiolipoma in children. Angiolipoma lesions, however, can be found in young adults who have recently attained puberty.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Angiolipoma
Angiolipoma syndrome is mainly characterized by the appearance of tumors under the epidermis of skin. As aforesaid, it is a non-dangerous growth that consists mainly of fatty tissues and blood vessels. These tumors are generally hard though they may be soft to touch in the initial stages. They are painful and usually move under finger pressure when they first begin to appear.

Angiolipoma growths are generally small but they can get enlarged with time and grow to be as large as 6 centimeters. They grow very slowly.

Causes

Causes of Angiolipoma
The exact reason behind the appearance of Angiolipoma tumors is still unclear. In patients of Angiolipoma genetics may or may not be a causative factor. However, genetic conditions like Familial Multiple Lipomatosis may give rise to this disorder.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Angiolipoma
An Angiolipoma tumor is diagnosed with the aid of Capsule Endoscopy, Retrograde Ileoscopy and Computed Tomography (CT) Scan.

Treatment

Treatment of Angiolipoma
Usually, this condition does not need any treatment. Angiolipoma tumors are benign and painless and mostly asymptomatic. However, medical Angiolipoma cure becomes necessary if the tumor becomes painful or impedes movement. In such cases, one should go for a complete Angiolipoma removal through liposuction or surgery. Many people also opt for Angiolipoma treatment as the condition can disfigure physical appearance.

Liposuction helps to remove an Angiolipoma tumor completely. However, the process works best only when the tumors are soft. It is also a temporary cure as the Angiolipoma mass usually grows back.

Angiolipoma surgery is the best known method for an Angiolipoma removal. An Angiolipoma excision takes about half an hour to complete and has a high chance of success. But the operation should be done properly and carefully as the slightest part of an Angiolipoma can lead to its re-growth. Operation also leads to scarring of the area.

Prevention

Prevention of Angiolipoma
The exact cause for Angiolipoma development is not known. This is why it is impossible to prevent the development of Angiolipoma. It cannot be predicted when the disease can appear in a person and whom it will affect.