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CEPS (Cutting Edge Plastic Surgery) is a specialist plastic surgery clinic providing safe, high-quality aesthetic and reconstructive care for patients across Auckland. CEPS offer end-to-end assessment, diagnosis, surgical treatment and follow-up, ensuring a smooth and personalised experience from your very first appointment through to your final results.
CEPS is led by Dr Adam Greenbaum, a highly respected plastic, reconstructive and hand surgeon known for his meticulous technique, clinical expertise and patient-centred approach.
With extensive experience in both public and private surgical practice, Dr Greenbaum specialises in skin cancer surgery, breast procedures, hand surgery, reconstructive surgery and cosmetic enhancements. His reputation, precision and thoughtful communication make CEPS a trusted choice for patients seeking specialist reconstructive and plastic surgery care.
Partnering with patients is the foundation of everything we do at Cutting Edge Plastic Surgery
Lipoma - Lumps Under The Skin
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Noticed a lump under the skin and wondering what it could be? Many subcutaneous (soft tissue) lumps are benign, commonly a lipoma (fatty lump) or a cyst, but some features warrant prompt medical assessment.
In this episode of the Cutting Edge Plastic Surgery (CEPS) Podcast, Dr Adam Greenbaum explains the common causes of lumps under the skin, how they are assessed clinically, and when treatment or removal may be recommended.
In this episode, we cover:
• Common benign causes (including lipomas and epidermoid cysts, often called “sebaceous cysts”)
• Key clinical clues: size, growth over time, tenderness, firmness, mobility, skin changes, and recurrence
• Red flags that should be checked sooner (e.g., rapid growth, increasing pain, ulceration/bleeding, fixation to deeper tissues, or a lump that feels deep)
• How lumps are assessed: history + examination, and when ultrasound/imaging or biopsy may be appropriate
• Treatment options: monitoring, in-clinic procedures where suitable, or surgical excision, and what recovery can involve
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Medical Disclaimer
Medical disclaimer: This video is for general education only and is not personal medical advice. If you’re concerned about a lump under the skin, especially if it’s new, growing, painful, changing, or recurring, please see a qualified health professional for an assessment, or book an appointment with CEPS.
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Thanks for listening to the Cutting Edge Plastic Surgery Podcast with Dr Adam Greenbaum. This podcast is intended for general educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you have questions about a plastic surgery procedure, skin cancer, melanoma, breast surgery, hand surgery, body contouring, or another condition discussed on the podcast, please arrange an assessment with a qualified healthcare professional.
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