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A lump on the leg may not cause discomfort, in which case the doctor will only recommend observation. It is better to remove large fat deposits using a laser.
Fats (lipomas) are benign formations that can appear on different parts of the body. They are soft and mobile to the touch, and the contours of the formation can be easily traced. Small lipomas, if they do not cause discomfort, the doctor may recommend observation. If the tumor is large and discomfort occurs, the specialist usually recommends removing the tumor.
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Symptoms
The formation of wen on the legs can occur for a long time without the manifestation of any symptoms. In addition, due to its small size and slow growth, it is difficult to detect in a timely manner.
Wen removal
Wen removal is a method of therapeutic intervention when the tumor reaches a size of 10 centimeters or more.
Due to the lack of pain and discomfort, the patient often postpones a visit to a specialist and seeks medical help only when the tumor reaches large volumes.
If a wen appears in muscle tissue, swelling and swelling can be observed at the site of the lesion. In addition, the person will experience pain while moving.
How to distinguish from other formations
Before starting treatment, it is important to correctly differentiate a wen from inflammation of the lymph nodes and other pathological processes.
To do this, it is important to pay attention to the manifestation of specific symptoms that are present only when a lipoma forms:
- round shape with soft consistency;
- no pain when pressed;
- taking on its original shape after mechanical action on the side of the seal;
- free formation of folds on the upper surface.
In addition, when the wen develops, there is no hyperemia, itching or burning. There is also no increase in body and skin temperature at the site of the lesion.
Causes
It was not possible to establish the exact factors that provoke the appearance of wen on the legs. It is known that the process of formation of lipomas is the result of a violation of lipid metabolic processes in the human body, which can occur against the background of the influence of several factors at once.
The thigh area has a developed blood supply network, so after removing the wen, it is recommended to monitor the sterility of the operated area.
During the healing process, clear liquid may be released from the wound area, so the sterile dressing should be replaced as it becomes wet.Before applying a bandage, the wound is treated with an antiseptic solution.
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However, experts have identified several reasons that have a greater negative impact on the formation of tumors.
The main ones include:
- pathologies of the circulatory system, including malignant processes;
- disruptions in the functioning of the endocrine system;
- disruption of the sebaceous ducts, damage to the hair follicle (wen appears in the buttocks area);
- improper functioning of the hormonal system, which can be caused by menopause, gestation, or taking certain groups of medications;
- injury to the epidermis;
- mechanical damage .
Which doctor treats wen
A fatty tumor is a benign tumor that forms under the skin.
Less common factors that contribute to the development of lipomas on the legs include:
- excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages;
- use of low-quality skin care products ;
- pathologies of the thyroid gland;
- severe slagging of the body;
- blockage of sebaceous ducts;
- diseases of the liver , pancreas, pituitary gland.
In addition, wen can appear as a result of wearing tight, uncomfortable shoes, as well as a sedentary lifestyle.
Wen in adults and children
How do wen differ in adults and children? The symptoms of the disease in children are no different from adults. The formation looks like a dense ball located inside the skin layer. It does not cause pain, does not itch, and does not become inflamed.
Lipoma on a child's face most often occurs in infancy. In newborns, they require treatment and resolve on their own within about two months. But this applies mainly to mileums - white small wen.
If a wen appears on your baby’s cheek or other place on the face, you should contact a medical facility. It is worth getting rid of such formations.
It is worth noting that a wen on a child’s butt, neck, or thigh also needs to be removed. The only way to get rid of the tumor is surgery. However, it is not necessary until the child reaches five years of age.
Parents should remember that such a formation will not disappear with age; it can only increase in size and cause more and more discomfort to the child. Therefore, it is worth visiting medical institutions on time.
Diagnostics
At the first signs of the development of a pathological neoplasm, you should seek help from a specialist. Thanks to convenient and modern effective methods, diagnosing wen on the lower extremities is not difficult.
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First, the specialist visually examines and palpates the location of the tumor. He asks the patient about his life history, the time when the lump was discovered, and what manifestations it was accompanied by.
Inflammation of the wen
Inflammation of the wen is a pathological condition manifested by painful sensations, an increase in size, and an increase in body temperature.
Next, an instrumental examination is prescribed, including the following manipulations:
- radiography - allows you to identify the size of the tumor formation and its shape;
- Ultrasound examination - makes it possible to assess the extent to which nearby muscle tissues and joints are involved in the process;
- computer or magnetic resonance imaging - shows the layer-by-layer structure of the wen;
- biopsy with puncture (thanks to this method, it is possible to determine the degeneration of a pathological node into a malignant form).
The diagnostic examination methods listed above are ideally used when the lipoma is located in the thigh area, under the kneecap or on the feet. With their help, it is possible to identify not only benign, but also malignant tumors, which often provoke more serious consequences.
The choice of diagnostic tactics is determined by a specialist. In this case, it is important to pay attention to such indicators as the general condition of the patient and external manifestations of pathology.
The doctor selects a scheme for carrying out therapeutic measures based on the examination data obtained.
Treatment
Methods for removing a wen are determined by specialists based on its size and location. Small lesions can be treated with medications, compresses and ointments.
Self-medication is dangerous with complications!
Attention
Despite the fact that our articles are based on trusted sources and have been tested by practicing doctors, the same symptoms can be signs of different diseases, and the disease may not proceed according to the textbook.
Pros of seeing a doctor:
- Only a specialist will prescribe suitable medications.
- Recovery will be easier and faster.
- The doctor will monitor the course of the disease and help avoid complications.
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If a lipoma grows to three or more centimeters in diameter, it becomes necessary to remove it as quickly as possible due to possible compression of adjacent tissues and creating discomfort for the patient.
Effect of low temperature on the tumor
For cryodestruction it is customary to use liquid nitrogen. In the case of severe cooling, the intercellular fluid freezes and further disintegrates the structure of the wen. Subsequently, scars or cicatrices are not formed. The procedure is painless due to the anesthetic properties of the low temperature.
Puncture
Thanks to this method, the contents of the wen are sucked out using a syringe with a needle. The negative point is that the capsule itself remains intact, and in the case of certain factors, a relapse is possible.
Application of radio waves or laser
These methods of removing wen are the most modern and effective. During the procedure there is no direct contact of the device with the skin. Thanks to cauterization, there is virtually no bleeding. Restoration of the skin occurs within five days.
Surgical excision
The operation is performed when the wen on the leg reaches a large size. In this case, anesthesia can be used either general or local. In difficult cases, the doctor may insist on hospitalization.
Treatment with drugs and folk remedies
How to remove an unpleasant formation? Removing a wen on the leg at home includes the use of medications and folk remedies.
Medicines
Drug treatment is used for small formations. To do this, you can use various ointments and solutions.
List of drugs:
- Vishnevsky ointment and Ichthyol ointment are excellent products that have a resolving effect. The product is applied to the wen, covered with film and a warm cloth on top. Secure the compress with a bandage. Repeat the procedure until complete recovery.
- A special agent is injected into the lipoma to help the contents dissolve. The procedure is carried out in a medical institution using a special syringe. It is necessary to maintain sterility so as not to introduce infection into the wound.
Using medications to treat a disease on the leg does not always help. However, the methods are not prohibited for use by specialists.
ethnoscience
Removing a wen on the leg using traditional recipes is possible in the presence of a small tumor. There are many tools, you can choose the most suitable one.
Facilities:
- Cut the aloe leaf into two parts and apply the inside side to the wen and secure. Change the compress in the morning and evening.
- An infusion of celandine is used for compresses. The plant needs to be finely chopped, pour half a liter of vodka. Leave in the refrigerator for a week. The product should be applied up to ten times a day for three weeks.
- The onion is baked in the oven, softened and mixed with grated laundry soap. The prepared mixture is applied to the lipoma twice a day, securing with a bandage.
- Mix equal amounts of salt, sour cream and honey. Steam the skin, spread the mixture, leave for fifteen minutes, then rinse. Repeat until cure.
Before treating a wen, you should consult a specialist. During therapy, the skin reaction should be monitored to avoid irritation.
Consequences
As a rule, a lipoma on the leg is a benign neoplasm and in rare cases degenerates into a malignant form. However, with a long absence of therapeutic measures, the likelihood of various complications increases several times.
What to do if pus leaks from the wen
Lipoma is a benign defect formed by subcutaneous fat cells.
Most often, those seals that have been injured undergo malignancy. The risk of transition to a malignant form also increases against the background of the development of the inflammatory process in the growth. For this reason, doctors do not recommend letting the disease reach such a state and not trying to solve the problem on your own.
The onset of inflammation inside the wen will be indicated by severe pain. Since the lipoma is surrounded by a capsule, the defenses cannot fight the pathology on their own. As a result, if appropriate measures are not taken, the formation may break through, which in most cases is accompanied by the development of sepsis.
If treatment is not started, the tumor begins to grow and can reach large sizes. If muscle fibers are involved in the pathological process, it is possible that the growth will degenerate into an oncological disease.
When the wen grows into the nerve endings, the patient will complain of severe pain. Against this background, restriction of physical activity cannot be ruled out.
If the lipoma is located between the groin and leg, it must be removed immediately. Due to the numerous accumulation of lymph nodes in this area, the tumor can affect them as it grows.
If the wen is localized in the gluteal area, the patient will experience problems with walking and will not be able to sit normally, since any such actions lead to severe pain.
When a tumor forms under the knee, if it is not removed in a timely manner, it can begin to grow into the tendons.
Injury to the wen poses a serious danger. If an infectious process of a purulent or inflammatory nature begins in the wound, this can lead to the destruction of nearby tissues.
Removal by alternative methods
How to get rid of a tumor on the leg if it is large and cannot be treated using home remedies? In these cases, removal of the wen using surgical interventions is used. There are different methods for this.
Methods:
- Surgical excision. It is carried out using a scalpel. Under local anesthesia, an incision is made in the skin through which the contents of the wen are removed. The wound is stitched up. There are practically no relapses. But traces may remain after the healing process.
- Laser removal. Used for small growths. After the operation, there are practically no traces left, and there are no relapses.
- The radio wave method is similar to laser removal. The operation is performed using a special knife with radio waves.
- A lump on the leg can be removed using cryodestruction - exposure to low temperatures. However, this method is sometimes painful, and marks may appear on the skin after the procedure.
The choice of technique for removing a wen depends on the patient’s condition, his tests, and tolerability of the procedure.
Self-medication can lead to unpleasant consequences. In most cases, people try to pierce the growth and squeeze it out. As a result, infection may enter the wound, which can lead to blood poisoning and inflammatory processes. It is better to go to a medical facility.
