I had a lipoma removed from my forehead 2 weeks ago, after the initial swelling went down after the first few days I was left with a hard lump that is in the area that was operated on. The lipoma was definitely removed and after the surgery was complete I felt the area and it was flat and smooth except for the stitches of course... I've read many things online as to what to do and what not to do to speed up healing process but there are alot of contradictions... can anyone help and advise???
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An exam would be needed to determine what the mass on your neck/upper back might be. A lipoma is a benign tumor of fatty tissue that is normally just below the skin and this would not normally cause a problem with nerves or the spine. I would say the other possibility is that there is diffuse...
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....
