lipoma
Americannoun
plural
lipomas, lipomatanoun
Other Word Forms
- lipomatous adjective
Etymology
Origin of lipoma
Example Sentences
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After getting referred by her GP to see a dermatologist, Karen was told the lump was a lipoma - a non-cancerous lump that is not typically removed by the NHS.
From BBC • Nov. 27, 2023
Karen was told it was highly unlikely she could get the lipoma removed on the NHS as it would be considered a cosmetic procedure despite it having a "huge impact" on her daily life.
From BBC • Nov. 27, 2023
In early November, he had surgery to remove a lipoma on his shoulder.
From New York Times • Dec. 16, 2021
It creates an internal “fat cushion” – a lipoma – between where it is experiencing damage and the tissues that need protection.
From The Guardian • Mar. 26, 2019
Myxoma, lipoma, and angioma of bone are all rare.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
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