3 yrs ago first noticed small mass on chest wall on top of a rib. MRI indicated at the time likely PNST, but not definitive and 6mm. Located in musculature, so I am assuming that means deep. Chose to monitor. US indicates It has since grown about 1mm a year. Have made a decision to remove, but am not sure what kind of doctor. Given that it is located in musculature is this suspicious for sarcoma or would a plastic surgeon or general surgeon be able to remove? Is this a simple procedure?
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May 8, 2023
Answer: It is recommendedn to see a plastic surgeon for these types of cases for the best result
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
