Fibromas are benign skin lesions that most often appear in adults on various parts of the body, including the neck, eyelids, groin, and limbs. Although skin fibromas do not pose a health risk, they can cause discomfort or be a source of self-consciousness. Depending on the type and location of the lesion, they can be effectively removed for health or cosmetic reasons.
Skin fibromas are benign lesions caused by excessive growth of connective tissue. They are often confused with warts, but they have a different structure and course. Fibromas on the skin may appear with age, and although they are not dangerous, many people decide to have them removed for aesthetic reasons or because of the discomfort they cause in everyday life.
A soft fibroma is a flexible, often hanging lesion that is flesh-colored or darker. It most often appears in the groin, on the neck, eyelids, as well as under the breasts and in the armpit area. Soft fibromas are more common in people with hormonal disorders, obesity, or diabetes. They are completely benign, but due to their location, they can become irritated, e.g., by clothing.
A hard fibroma, on the other hand, is more compact, embedded deep in the skin or subcutaneous tissue, and does not tend to hang down. It may resemble a lump and occur, for example, on the limbs. It is often confused with a birthmark or other skin lesions, so a skin fibroma should always be consulted with a dermatologist.
The causes of fibromas are not fully understood. They most often develop as a result of:
Soft and hard fibromas are congenital or acquired lesions that grow with age and do not pose a threat to health, but may cause discomfort, especially in areas exposed to friction.
Although fibromas are not dangerous, some of them may become damaged and cause bleeding, inflammation, or infection. In rare cases, it may be necessary to differentiate them from cancerous lesions—in such cases, a histopathological examination is performed after removal.
There are many ways to remove fibromas – it is best to make the decision together with a dermatologist or aesthetic medicine doctor. The most common methods are described below:
This is an effective and popular method of removing fibromas, involving the use of very low temperatures to destroy the fibroma cells. After the procedure, the fibroma dies and falls off on its own within a few days. This technique is often used for soft fibromas, especially in people who want to avoid scarring.
The procedure is performed using a fractional CO2 laser, which works by generating controlled photothermal damage to the fibroma tissue. Laser removal is a precise and aesthetic method, ideal for lesions located on the face or eyelid, for example.
A method that uses high-frequency current to burn away the lesion. Electrocoagulation is mainly used to remove small, superficial lesions such as soft fibromas, warts, and papules. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, is quick, and is non-invasive.
Mainly used for larger or hard fibromas. The surgical procedure involves excision, usually with a margin of healthy skin. Although it may leave a scar, it is an effective method, especially for deep lesions or those with a tendency to recur.
A method of removing fibromas using very low temperatures to destroy the fibroma cells. After the procedure, the fibroma dies and falls off on its own within a few days.
Mainly used for larger or hard fibromas. The surgical procedure involves excising them, usually along with a margin of healthy skin.