Fibroma on the leg, bones
A fibroma is a benign, tumor-like neoplasm, consisting mostly of connective and fibrous tissue. It can be singular or plural. Experts argue about the causes of fibroids to this day. Some scientists are inclined to the hereditary causes of this disease, others note that fibroma can also occur as a result of injuries or various inflammatory diseases.
The likelihood of developing fibroma becomes higher if a similar disease has already been noted in the family. Fibroids tend to develop in the elderly or adults, although they are also likely to develop in children. These neoplasms can appear on any part of the skin and in most cases they do not require removal or treatment. For the most part, they are removed only when they wear a bright cosmetic defect or cause pain.
Content:
- Types of fibroids on the legs
- Symptoms and Diagnosis
- Treatment of fibroids on the legs
- Fibroma
Types of fibroids on the legs
Plantar fibromas and dermatofibromas are one of the most common types of fibromas. Plantar fibroids develop on the arch of the foot. They are also benign, but can sometimes cause pain while walking and should be treated if this is the case. In the treatment, medications prescribed by a doctor, physiotherapy and orthopedic devices are used. If pain persists or increases, then surgical treatment may be necessary.
Dermatofibromas are round formations located mostly on the legs. They can be flesh-colored, almost purple or red. When pressed on the skin, these formations are felt as nodules. Dermatofibromas only in some cases are of a malignant nature, therefore it is better not to touch them without the need.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
The main symptoms of the disease include the formation of a small growth, which can be quite hard or soft to the touch. Over time, the color of the fibroma may change. The plantar fibroma may further increase in size.
Very often, the fibroma does not cause any painful sensations, except when the neoplasm is located on the sole. When walking on the plantar fibroma there is pressure and stress, resulting in pain. And if a person also has excessive sweating of the skin of the legs, then itching may be added to the painful sensations. Often, due to severe pain, it becomes very difficult for the patient to walk. Quite often, the fibroma on the foot is formed in the plural, and not in the singular.
This phenomenon is called fibromatosis. Fibroma is diagnosed by a qualified doctor as a result of an external examination. In order to make a final diagnosis, it is necessary to conduct a histological examination that can clarify the benign quality of the neoplasm and the likelihood of its transformation into a malignant tumor. It should be noted that there are a large number of benign formations on the skin and only a doctor can distinguish them. Self-diagnosis should not be done.
If on visual examination the doctor cannot diagnose dermatofibroma, or the growth is not typical, a biopsy may be needed. In this procedure, a small piece of the mass is removed and carefully examined under a microscope. With the help of a biopsy, it is possible to diagnose cancer.
Treatment of fibroids on the legs
With plantar fibroma, due to regular pressure, load and friction, there is a possibility of the tumor becoming malignant. In this case, doctors recommend removing the fibroma. The procedure for removing fibroids begins with cryodestruction. During treatment, experts recommend wearing special shoes that reduce pressure on the damaged areas. If plantar fibroma persists, corticosteroids are used.
In certain cases, if such therapy does not allow achieving a positive result, the plantar fibroma is surgically removed. After surgical removal of the neoplasm, a long rehabilitation period is needed. In addition, the removal of fibroids is performed by laser and radio waves. The advantage of these methods is the rapid healing of the surface and the absence of postoperative scars. These methods are the most modern and reduce the likelihood of new fibroids forming.
Bone fibroma
Bone fibroma is a rare true benign tumor of osteogenic origin, which is the result of tumor growth of the connective tissue substance. Bone fibroids of non-osteogenic origin seem to be even rarer.
Article author: Mochalov Pavel Alexandrovich | d. m. n. therapist
Education: Moscow Medical Institute. IM Sechenov, specialty - "General Medicine" in 1991, in 1993 "Occupational Diseases", in 1996 "Therapy".
