What does a lump on the lateral gluteal region indicate?
Patient: I think my question needs a surgeon .. Thank you in advance. Have a lump on my lateral left gluteal region , it started few months ago as a lemon size painless lump which I discovered accidentally then it grew to be as big as a big orange , sometimes its slightly painful specially when I climb stairs also I find difficulty in sleeping on the left side , I have a history of lipoma on my back and right arm , I am 62  hypertensive patient not diabetic Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.  * According to my long surgical experience, this lump on gluteal region  also indicate gluteal lipoma most likely. * However, I would like to evaluate the issue with a photo picture of the lump for further management guidelines.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.