Diagnosing bumps and growths may involve running tests or taking a biopsy to determine the cause. A biopsy involves taking a small sample from the affected area and checking it under a microscope to check for disease. Many types of harmless bumps and growths can affect the skin. Patients who are worried about these growths and bumps should watch their skin closely for symptoms or changes that may indicate an underlying condition that requires treatment.
What Causes Skin Growths?
Genetics
Genetic factors related to your skin type can mean that your skin is more prone to growths than others. Genetic predispositions to certain conditions that cause growths are also common.
Underlying Conditions
Various conditions like warts, molluscum contagiousum, scabies, eczema, and sebaceous cysts can be mild to severe. Some of these conditions require very minimal care, while others can be life-threatening without the proper treatment.
External Factors
External factors like splinters, illness, or insect stings can cause temporary growths to appear. Often, these sting or itch and are symptomatic of another condition.
Underlying Conditions
Some bumps and growths will go away if you treat the underlying problem, although there are options if this doesn’t work. For example, some cysts can be drained while other lumps and growths may require surgical removal.
Prevention
Proper skincare and management are crucial for maintaining healthy skin and preventing infections and other issues. Skin cancer and other serious skin disorders can often be treated effectively if caught early during a regular skin check. By taking care of your skin and being mindful of any changes or abnormalities, you can reduce the risk of complications and promote overall skin health.
Our Process
Consultation
At Elevated Dermatology, we know every patient is unique. We start with a thorough consultation to explore all your goals, concerns and options for skin growth removal in Littleton, CO.
Treatment
First, we'll assess your symptoms and look at possible conditions that could result in your particular concern. Once we discover the root cause, we treat it accordingly with things like topical creams, drainage, or an excision.
Results
Results vary based on the condition being treated; however, at Elevated Dermatology Skin Cancer Surgery Center, we strive to improve your quality of life and your skin.
Christopher Messana
DO, FAOCD, FAAD, ACMS
- Specialty
- Cutaneous oncology, Mohs surgery, and Skin Cancer Surgery
- Education
- University of Michigan and Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Dermatology Residency, Cleveland Clinic Mohs Surgery Fellowship
- Credentials
- Member of the prestigious American College of Mohs Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bumps and Growths
Bumps and growths that change in appearance should be checked by a dermatologist for signs of cancer or other conditions that need treatment. Patients should monitor for changes in shape and size, or the presence of symptoms such as itching, bleeding, discomfort or burning.
First and foremost, we examine your concerns and seek to provide answers. Several underlying conditions and problems can cause bumps and skin growth. Once we determine what issue could be causing new bumps, growths, or changes, we can take appropriate action.