A tumor was removed from the area with the shoulder blade.

 

I didn't realize I had a lump on my shoulder blade until I went to Pilates.

 

The Pilates instructor was adjusting my posture and said she felt something touching near my shoulder blade.

 

I went to the hospital, had an ultrasound and tests, and they said it's benign. I don't need to remove it immediately, but if it causes discomfort, I can have it done.

 

I usually don't notice it much, but when I do Pilates and try to keep my back flat on the floor, I feel some discomfort.

 

As time passed, I felt that the size also grew a bit larger, so I decided to remove it.

 

I had another examination after some time and scheduled the surgery date.

 

The diagnosis is a benign lipomatous neoplasm.

 

It was decided to perform surgery after local anesthesia and removal.

 

It should have been removed by the general surgery department originally, but since it was also possible to remove it in orthopedics, I had the removal procedure done in orthopedics.

 

Originally, the tumor was cut to its original size, but the director, being unmarried, applied the knife as gently as possible to minimize scarring and removed it.

 

I was hospitalized, fasted, and had a partial anesthesia removal procedure the next morning. It only took about an hour.

 

Since the anesthesia wore off, I felt a little pain, but I was able to endure it.

 

Maybe because of local anesthesia, the anesthesia wore off quickly, and I was given a meal right during lunchtime.

 

He was hospitalized for about two more days to monitor the inflammation levels and receive disinfectant treatment, then discharged. He visited the outpatient clinic every 2-3 days to diligently have the wound disinfected, and the stitches were removed after two weeks.

 

Now the wound is healing well, and thanks to the doctor, there is almost no scar.

 

 

What is a benign tumor?

Benign tumors grow relatively slowly, spread to various parts of the body, do not metastasize, and can be cured by removal. Except for rare cases, most benign tumors do not pose a threat to life. Generally, tumors are named by adding the suffix 'oma' to the tissue or cell type.

 

Definition

Benign tumors of the skin refer to the formation of benign tumors on the skin. This is commonly observed. Since benign tumors of the skin do not threaten life, they can be considered insignificant. However, when it is difficult to distinguish them from malignant tumors, a biopsy must be performed to confirm accurately.

 

Cause

Benign skin tumors have no clear known cause. However, genetic factors such as family history and external factors like ultraviolet radiation are being suggested as related factors.

 

Symptoms

The common types of benign skin tumors are as follows.

 

1. Epidermal cyst
Epidermal cysts are cysts enclosed by the skin epithelium containing keratin and its debris. They are thought to occur due to blockage of hair follicles, implantation of epidermal cells into the dermis after injury, or entrapment of epidermal cells along fusion lines during embryonic development.

 

2. Warts
Warts are caused by infection with the human papillomavirus.

 

3. Seborrheic keratosis
Lichen planus appears as round brown or black papules or plaques.

 

4. Milia
Milia are superficial keratin-filled cysts that appear as 1-2 mm round papules, typically white or yellow in color.

 

⑤ Actinic keratosis
Actinic keratosis is characterized by localized red lesions, which are rough or keratinized epidermal tumors. This condition occurs due to prolonged exposure to sunlight or artificial light sources. Actinic keratosis can often be identified by a rough surface upon palpation and is considered a precancerous lesion.

 

6. Sebaceous gland hyperplasia
Sebaceous gland hyperplasia is a small yellow papule that appears singly or multiply on the face of middle-aged and older adults, especially on the forehead. It is a very common benign tumor with a depressed center.

 

7. Skin Fibroma
Skin fibromas are benign tumors characterized by localized proliferation of fibrous fibroblasts, histiocytes, and blood vessels. They appear as solitary, firm nodules and masses ranging from a few millimeters to several centimeters in size, with brown or reddish-brown coloration. They can occur on any part of the body.

 

There are also various types of benign skin tumors.

 

Diagnosis

Benign skin tumors are usually diagnosed based on their clinical appearance, but when necessary, it is better to confirm malignancy through a tissue biopsy.

 

Treatment

Benign skin tumors can be treated with surgical excision, curettage, electrocautery, cryotherapy, laser therapy, or dermabrasion.

 

Progress

Benign skin tumors usually do not cause significant problems even without treatment. However, to definitively distinguish them from malignant ones, a tissue biopsy is necessary.