Prognosis
A lipoma on the shoulder is a harmless, benign tumor, which mainly causes cosmetic suffering. The risk of malignant degeneration is very low. Lipomas grow slowly and can usually be easily removed by surgery.
Especially large lipomas should be treated in this way, as they can also cause pain. After surgery, the disease is usually cured and the prognosis is good, but a new lipoma may develop. If a lipoma occurs on the shoulder as part of a lipomatosis, the prognosis is worse because new lipomas usually develop all the time.
Lipomas are among the most common connective tissue tumors. They usually occur in middle age and affect men more often than women. The classic lipoma is mainly found on the shoulders, arms or thighs, but can also be found at a different location.
Fortunately, lipomas on the shoulder are benign tumors that do not pose a health risk. Lipomas are therefore completely harmless and do not require therapy. From a cosmetic point of view, however, the removal of a lipoma is often desired by the affected person. It is also recommended that you read the following article at this point: When should one have a lipoma removed?
Prophylaxis
A lipoma on the shoulder cannot be prevented. Anyone can potentially develop it. It makes sense to keep the diseases associated with lipomas under control. These include low alcohol consumption and good blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus.
