I had a lipoma removed from my upper rectus abdominus on March 7, 2012. I have been back to my doctor twice because the area around the cut has become sore and uncomfortable. He has drained it twice with a needle. The first time he got 6cc out and the second he got 3cc out. I feel that this time it's filled back up with more fluid and has gotten harder since. Why does this keep happening and when will it stop?
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Swelling four days after lipoma removal is likely a fluid collection. This could either be blood or tissue fluid. If it's truly the size of a golf ball, this should be drained to speed the recovery process and prevent potential infection.Stephen Weber MD, FACS
It is common to have discomfort post surgery and this should dissipate daily. The position of the lipoma removal is also in an area where you are lying on while sleeping etc and may be aggravated. If the pain continues on I would suggest seeing your surgeon for a follow up and proper diagnosis....
Developing bruising of the eyelid after lipoma excision is not uncommon. This can be a collection of blood which drained down along the subcuateous tissues. It likely will resolve without treatment over the next few weeks.