I have several lipomas on my hand and really don't want to go through surgery to remove them Are there any other treatments or natural remedies that might help shrink or get rid of them

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While surgical lipoma removal is the most common treatment, several non-surgical options and natural remedies can be explored. Non-surgical options include steroid injections, fat-dissolving injections (lipolysis), and other therapies like cryotherapy or ultrasound according to Marinas Clinic. Natural remedies like green tea compresses, flaxseed oil, and turmeric paste may offer some relief, but their efficacy is not as established as medical treatments

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