What is fibroid? Do you know these three types?

Fibromas are a type of tumor caused by the proliferation, tumorization, and mutation of fibroblasts. They generally have no effect on us. After discovering a fibroma, we need to determine what type of fibroma it is and then treat it. However, many people still don't know much about fibromas. So what are fibromas? Let's learn about them together.

Xanthofibroma <br/>This type of fibroma usually grows in the dermis or subcutaneous layer of the patient's trunk or upper arm. People are more likely to develop this type of xanthofibroma when they are injured. The small papules that appear after the patient scratches himself are sometimes also xanthofibroma. This type of fibroma is a hard lump with unclear edges, and sometimes there is internal bleeding. Because xanthofibroma contains hemosiderin, it looks dark brown. If it is found that it grows rapidly and exceeds one centimeter in size, it may become a fibrosarcoma. At this time, surgical treatment should be performed as soon as possible to remove it to prevent it from growing larger and threatening the patient's health.

Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans <br/>This type of fibroma grows in the dermis of the human body and protrudes from the surface of the skin, which is a bulge. Its surface is as smooth as the skin and looks like a keloid on the body. It usually grows on the trunk of the human body and does not pose much threat to the patient's health. Generally, simple excision is not enough and it is easy to relapse. When it recurs many times, it will become a malignant tumor and will metastasize in the patient's blood, which is more serious. Therefore, this type of fibroma should be removed as soon as possible, and it should be removed together with the normal skin next to it and the adjacent fascia inside as much as possible.

Band-like fibroma <br/>This type of fibroma may be caused by trauma, such as scratches, punctures, cuts, or taking some hormone drugs. In addition, band-like fibroma may also appear on the surgical incision of women giving birth. This type of fibroma grows on the abdominal wall muscles, and the patient will not feel any discomfort. This type of fibroma has a smooth surface, unclear contours, no pain, and no adhesion to the skin. It is generally removed directly by surgery.
Although most fibroids are conscientious, we should not take it lightly. Once you find that you have fibroids, you should go to the hospital to find out what type of fibroids it is and then treat them. Of course, don't worry too much if you find fibroids. Keep a good attitude and face them positively.