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Lipoma Removal
Lipoma removal by surgical excision from £495. Carried out by one of our Consultant Plastic Surgeons at our clinic in Leeds.
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Time
from 30 minutes
Price
from £495, size dependent
Treatment
Surgical excision procedure
Recovery
2-4 weeks
Do
Keep dry (3 days), use scar gel
Don't
Stretch/pull skin for 2 weeks
Lipoma Removal in Leeds
Lipomas are soft, fatty lumps that grow under the skin. They are non-cancerous (benign) and are caused by an overgrowth of fat cells. They can grow anywhere in the body where there are fat cells, but are usually seen on the:
- Shoulders
- Neck
- Chest
- Arms
- Back
- Buttock
- Thigh
They feel soft and ‘doughy’ to touch and range from the size of a pea to a few centimetres across. They grow very slowly and don't usually cause any other problems.
Occasionally, lipomas can develop deeper inside the body, so you won't be able to see or feel them.
Image shows a typical lipoma
What are my options for lipoma removal?
The method that we recommend for lipoma removal is removal by surgical excision. The treatment will generally last around 30 minutes and it is carried out under local anaesthetic.
The cost for the removal of one lipoma by surgical excision is from £495, for the removal of more than one lipoma, the treatment cost will be discussed during your consultation.
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Before and After
Removal by Surgical Excision - left temple
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*AFTER
"I would like to thank the Skin Surgery Clinic very much for removing a lipoma which I have suffered with for many years. The procedure was performed immediately following a short consultation.
All of the staff were friendly, polite, and helpful, and I would like to give a special thank you to Mr David Watt who removed it for me. I would highly recommend this clinic. Once again, many thanks for all your help.
Verified Patient
10/05/26
All of the staff were friendly, polite, and helpful, and I would like to give a special thank you to Mr David Watt who removed it for me. I would highly recommend this clinic. Once again, many thanks for all your help.
Verified Patient
10/05/26
Absolutely amazing treatment.
The doctor was so professional with making me feel relaxed and comfortable
Talking and making light talk which helped massively as I was very nervous
The clinic is such a lovely place to visit.
Highly recommend it 100%
Christine
03/03/26
Christine
03/03/26
"The Skin Surgery Clinic were excellent I sent my scan report and within 48 hours they replied and I was booked in for removal of a lipoma. On the day of removal I had a consultation with the doctor who explained everything then went in to have it done. The doctor and nurse put you at ease by chatting to you I never felt a thing it took about 30 minutes.
The stitches were covered and left for a fortnight then I took it off the stitches were all dissolved and a neat scar was left. I would highly recommend the Skin Surgery Clinic they were first class. The place was nipping clean and the staff very friendly and professional."
Helen
16/12/25
The stitches were covered and left for a fortnight then I took it off the stitches were all dissolved and a neat scar was left. I would highly recommend the Skin Surgery Clinic they were first class. The place was nipping clean and the staff very friendly and professional."
Helen
16/12/25
Lipoma Removal Video
See a surgical lipoma removal procedure by Mr David Watt, Mr Andrew Williams, Mr Tom Collin, Miss Stephanie Young and Miss Jane Kerby.
Lipoma Removal Treatment prices
All procedures are carried out by a Consultant Plastic Surgeon.
| Free Online Nurse Consultation If you would like to check suitability and then book straight in | FREE Start Here |
| Consultation with Nurse In-clinic | FREE |
| Single Lipoma Removal - Small | from £495 |
| Single Lipoma Removal - Large | from £650 |
| Single Lipoma Removal - Head/Forehead | £650 |
| Per Additional Lipoma | from £375 |
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Who gets lipomas?
Lipomas are fairly common, with about one in 100 people developing them. It's unusual to develop more than one or two lipomas, unless you have a rare inherited condition called familial multiple lipomatosis, which causes lipomas to develop all over the body.
When to see your GP
You should see your GP if you develop a growth or swelling on your body. They can examine it and confirm whether it's a lipoma.
When a lipoma is pressed, it should feel smooth and soft, like rubber or dough. It may move about under the skin.
If there's any doubt, your GP may recommend that you have an ultrasound scan or a biopsy.
You should also see your GP if you have a lump that:
- is getting bigger
- is painful
- feels hard
- grows back after it's been removed
In this case, your doctor will want to rule out other types of lump.
For diagnosis and treatment without a waiting list, Skin Surgery Clinic also offers:
Lipoma Removal
if you would like a Lipoma removed, this is not something that is usually carried out by the NHS.
We can remove Lipomas at our registered medical clinic in Guiseley by surgical excision.
Is it a Lipoma or a Cyst?
A Cyst is a sac under the skin that contains fluid and can look like a lipoma. Here's how to tell the difference:
- Cysts are close to the skin surface, whereas lipomas are deeper under the skin
- Cysts are firm to the touch, whereas lipomas are soft, mobile and dough-like
- With certain cysts, the skin may be inflamed (red and swollen), but it isn't with lipomas
If it's not possible to determine from the exterior, an ultrasound scan can easily identify lipomas and cysts. If your lipoma is bigger than a golf ball (5cm or about 2 inches) and painful, ask your GP to arrange an ultrasound scan. You can then decide whether you would like it removing privately.
Before and After
Removal by Surgical Excision - left arm
BEFORE
*AFTER
Lipoma Removal by Surgical Excision - back of knee
BEFORE
*AFTER
Can I use my private health insurance for Lipoma Removal?
Yes, if you have a Bupa or WPA Health Insurance policy you can use it for this treatment at our Leeds clinic.
For more information about process to access treatment via your insurance:
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