Chevy Chase Lipoma Removal doctors
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Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon
2021 K Street NW #206, Washington D.C. |
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Eric Chang, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
8860 Columbia 100 Parkway Suite 206, Columbia |
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Marwan R. Khalifeh, MD
Chevy Chase Plastic Surgeon
5454 Wisconsin Ave Suite 1710, Chevy Chase |
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C. Coleman Brown, MD
Bethesda Plastic Surgeon
5454 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1250, Chevy Chase |
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Jennifer Parker Porter, MD
Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon
8401 Connecticut Ave Suite 107, Chevy Chase |
Recent Answers
I have a small (less than one inch) lipoma on my right front neck. I have had others removed from arm, leg, buttocks, but never neck. All others done under local. My Primary care doctor sent me to an ear nose throat surgeon due to lipoma location. This surgeon (who is new to me) was trying to talk me into general vs. local. This made me uncomfortable; he said local was also do-able, but he clearly was pushing me towards general. Will I be ok with local, given it's on my neck vs. leg?
Lipomas are benign collections of fat, which can present as a lump or bump under the skin. Lipomas can occur pretty much anywhere in the body. Treatment is surgery for removal. Surgery for lipoma removal can be performed via local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia. The decision regarding type of anesthesia is dependent on the size and location of the lipoma, in addition to mutual agreement between surgeon and patient. Small lipomas in the neck might be removed via local anesthesia. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can a lipoma surgeon help determine appropriate options for you.
Ask your surgeon which type of anesthesia will be required for your lipoma removal. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
1.5" Diameter Lipoma Center Forehead.
Dermatologist sent me to Plastic Surgeon who says I need to have head shaved and an insertion made in hairline to remove lipoma. Another Dermatologist told me to have the tissue liposuctioned. Thanks. Dan
Lipomas are typically removed with surgery, to ensure complete removal and to allow the tissue to be sent to the pathology laboratory for testing. Facial plastic surgeons can help remove lipomas with small or hidden incisions that usually heal well. Liposuction is generally not recommended for lipomas. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can a specialist help determine appropriate options for you. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
When can I go back to work and exercise after a large size lipoma on right side of body?
Hi Geelicious08,
Lipomas are benign collections of fat, which can present as a lump or bump under the skin. Lipomas can occur pretty much anywhere in the body. Treatment is surgery for removal. Surgery for lipoma removal can be performed via local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia. The decision regarding type of anesthesia is dependent on the size and location of the lipoma, in addition to mutual agreement between surgeon and patient.
Recovery after lipoma removal will vary, but largely based on size and location of the lipoma. Other medical conditions will also affect recovery, such as smoking. Most plastic surgeons will advise to avoid heavy activity and exercise for at least 2 weeks. Stitches or sutures will be removed around 7-10 days after surgery. Most importantly is to discuss recovery with your lipoma surgeon. Only he/she can advise you on lipoma recovery. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
