E88.2: Lipomatosis, not elsewhere classified

Lipomatosis, as classified under the ICD-10 code E88.2, refers to a condition characterized by the abnormal growth of fat cells in different parts of the body. These growths, known as lipomas, tend to form in the subcutaneous tissues under the skin, though they can appear anywhere in the body. Lipomas are typically soft and doughy to the touch, and are usually painless unless they press on nerves or have blood vessels running through them. The cause of lipomatosis is often unknown, but it can sometimes be linked to certain inherited disorders or conditions. While lipomatosis can affect individuals of any age, it is most frequently diagnosed in adulthood and older age. It's important to note that lipomas are benign (not cancerous) and slow-growing, and they do not turn into cancer over the course of the disease's progression.