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Soft Tissue Surgery
(Lumps And Bumps)

Finding a new lump or bump on your body would give most of us pause. After all, a lump can, in rare cases, mean cancer. But not every bump or lump should cause concern or worry.

Are all lumps cause for concern?
The good news is that the majority of these lumps are harmless and not a cause for concern. A number of skin or medical conditions can cause lumps and bumps to appear on the surface or just below the skin.

When not to worry
Lumps that are not a cause for concern have some distinctive characteristics.

Not-so-serious lumps usually are:
Soft.
Mobile, meaning it moves and changes form when you touch it.
Located in the superficial or fat layer of skin.
Grow large and painful with activity, and diminish in size with rest.

Cysts
One of the most common conditions that cause lumps, bumps, or swelling are cysts.

When should I see a doctor?
In rare cases, an unexplained lump, bump, or swelling can be a sign of a more serious issue beneath the skin.

Bumps that are cancerous are typically large, hard, painless to the touch, and appear spontaneously. The mass will grow steadily over the weeks and months. Cancerous lumps that can be felt from the outside of your body can appear in the breast, testicle, or neck, but also in the arms and legs.

A lipoma is a small, fatty tumour that grows under the skin. These soft lumps are benign and do not pose a health risk under 10 cm, but after that, they must require investigations. While lipomas are not dangerous, they can cause cosmetic concerns or put pressure on nerves, causing pain or discomfort.

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Skin and subcutaneous biopsy and excision are procedures performed generally under local anaesthesia in which skin lesions are cut out. Diagnostic and treatment procedures are performed for both benign and malignant skin and subcutaneous conditions.

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When a cyst is intact, an excision is typically the best removal procedure. In these cases, it's important to remove the sack around the contents. We make an incision around the cyst to take out the entire cyst wall and contents.

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An ingrown toenail is a common condition typically affecting the great toe in which the corner or side of the nail becomes incurvated (turned inward) and grows into the skin and soft flesh of the toe. Relieve ingrown toenail pain and discomfort with surgical treatment.

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Provided Services & Procedures

When it comes to having surgery, you want the best treatment and a compassionate staff who will personally make sure all your questions and concerns are addressed. At the Harley Surgical Practice (HSP), our board-certified and specialised surgeons are skilled in minimally invasive techniques to provide a full range of surgical services, including laparoscopic abdominal surgery. From diagnosis through follow-up, we coordinate our services with doctors in other specialties as well as your GP to ensure everyone is working together to provide you with the best possible care. Our goal is to not only treat your condition but also minimise pain and scarring, reduce recovery time, and get you back to your normal daily life as quickly as possible.

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Hernia Surgery

Hernias can be diagnosed by your healthcare provider and may involve a physical examination or scan. There are many types of hernias, based on factors such as location in the body and cause. They grow large over time as the pressure inside the abdomen pushes on the area of weakness.

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Haemorrhoidal Surgery

Haemorrhoids are very common. They result from increased pressure on the anus. This can occur during pregnancy or childbirth or due to constipation. The pressure causes the normal anal veins and tissue to swell. This tissue can bleed, often during bowel movements.

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Anal Fistula Surgery

Anal fistulas are often quite painful and inconvenient, and they can develop into severe, even life-threatening conditions like sepsis if you don't seek care. An anal fistula is a path that forms between an infected anal gland (an abscess) and a skin opening near the anus.

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Lipoma Surgery

A lipoma is a small, fatty tumour that grows under the skin. These soft lumps are benign and do not pose a health risk under 10 cm, but after that, they must require investigations. While lipomas are not dangerous, they can cause cosmetic concerns or put pressure on nerves, causing pain or discomfort.

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Biopsy and Excision Surgery

Biopsy and excision are procedures performed generally under local anaesthesia in which skin lesions are cut out. They may be performed for both benign and malignant skin conditions. Some common benign skin conditions that may require excision include cysts, moles, and dermatofibromas.

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Ingrown Toenail Surgery

An ingrown toenail is a common condition typically affecting the great toe in which the corner or side of the nail becomes incurvated (turned inward) and grows into the skin and soft flesh of the toe.
Relieve ingrown toenail pain and discomfort with surgical treatment.

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Pilonidal Sinus Surgery

A pilonidal cyst is a pocket that forms around a hair follicle in the crease between the buttocks. The area may look like a small pit or pore in the skin that contains a dark spot or hair. Sometimes the cyst can become infected; this is called a pilonidal abscess and may require an incision and drainage.

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Anal fissure

An anal fissure is a small tear in the thin, moist tissue that lines the anus. An anal fissure may occur when you pass hard or large stools during a bowel movement. Anal fissures typically cause pain and bleeding with bowel movements. You may also experience spasms in your anal sphincter.

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