Cysts and lipomas
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Safe and effective cyst and lipoma removal at LivingCare. Our expert clinicians offer minimally invasive procedures with personalised aftercare for quick recovery. By choosing LivingCare, you can benefit from our experienced team, state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive aftercare, ensuring a smooth and successful removal process.
Cysts and lipomas are common, benign (non-cancerous) growths that can form under the skin.
Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop anywhere on the body. They often result from blocked hair follicles or glands.
Lipomas are soft, fatty lumps that grow slowly under the skin and are typically harmless.
While these growths are usually painless, they can become uncomfortable, noticeable, or infected, prompting the need for removal.
Cysts and lipomas removal is a straightforward procedure performed under local anaesthesia. The process typically involves:
Diagnosis: Your clinician will examine the growth and may recommend imaging to confirm its nature.
Procedure:
For cysts, the sac and contents are removed to prevent recurrence.
For lipomas, the fatty lump is excised entirely.
Closure: The incision is closed with sutures to promote healing.
The procedure is not only quick and minimally invasive but also carried out in a sterile environment, ensuring your safety.
Before: Your clinician will review your medical history and explain the procedure. No extensive preparation is typically required.
During: The area will be numbed, and the removal procedure will take around 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the size and location.
After the procedure, you may experience mild soreness, which usually resolves within a few days. A follow-up appointment will ensure proper healing, providing you with peace of mind.
While generally safe, minor risks include:
Our clinicians take every precaution to minimise these risks and provide thorough aftercare instructions.
Recovery is typically quick, with minimal downtime. To aid healing:
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Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists—consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
