Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD A lump on the side of the neck could be a swollen lymph node caused by a bacterial or ...

New research suggests that a larger waist circumference is a bigger risk factor than body mass index (BMI) for ...

A lipoma is a noncancerous, fatty lump that feels doughy to the touch and can move around with slight finger pressure, says Dr. Shainhouse. They can crop up anywhere on the body that has fat ...

Your body coats the oil sac with a layer of calcium (calcification), and the sac may feel: smooth squishy flexible Similar to a lump caused by fat necrosis, a lump is probably the only symptom you ...

Critics are once again questioning the efficacy of BMI as a tool for diagnosing obesity, suggesting that a more holistic ...

A lipoma is an often harmless overgrowth of fat cells, which a person can usually move around easily by pushing against it. If someone notices any unfamiliar lumps on their body, they should ...

Increasing your protein intake and incorporating strength training into your routine can help you lose body fat and increase muscle mass. Body composition refers to the amount of fat and fat-free ...

Bumps around the eyes, usually yellow-tinged because of the color of fat under the skin ... blood away from the heart to ...