How can you prevent a Lipoma from growing?

Question

I'm 15 and just noticed a lipoma below my sternum (It is not my xiphoid process). How can I prevent it from growing or spreading (It is currently slightly smaller than a dime in size)?

Answer 1

Well, you don't want to be poking at it or squeezing it too much. that can cause it to get irritated and grow bigger. And how do you know it's a lipoma? Does it move around or stay in one spot? Does it feel soft and squishy, or is it solid and hard? If it moves around and is squishy, than it's probably a lipoma or a cyst. if it's solid, it's a good idea to get to the doctor and have him check it out. Good luck and i hope it all works out!