steatocystoma
/ˌstiːətoʊsɪˈstoʊmə/
noun
- A benign (non-cancerous) cyst that forms in the skin, filled with an oily or fatty substance, often appearing on the chest, arms, or neck.
- She noticed several steatocystomas on her chest and scheduled an appointment with a skin specialist.
- The dermatologist explained that the small lump on his arm was a steatocystoma and nothing to worry about.
- Steatocystomas are usually painless, but some people choose to have them removed for cosmetic reasons.