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Will Having a Large Lipoma Underneath my Bicep Removed Leave a Large Scar?
asked 2 years ago by Cakb10 in Arlington, Wa
Latest answer by Samir Shureih, MD
Question viewed 767 times
Tags: age 18-24, arms, scar
I have a large lipoma (9cm) on my left bicep that my doctors tell me is underneath my muscle which is not as common as most.This being said, my left bicep looks noticeably larger than my right bicep so I am strongly considering having it removed for cosmetic reasons.My surgeon informed me that he would like to have an orthopedic surgeon do the surgery with him since mine is in such a difficult place and may be attached to nerves.Will having it removed leave a large scar all down my arm? I am only 18 so this concerns me.
3 answers to Will Having a Large Lipoma Underneath my Bicep Removed Leave a Large Scar?
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Large Lipoma
The large lipoma under the biceps is very unusual. There are lipomas that are intramuscular lipomas. I would get an MRI with contrast before contemplating surgery. May also consider a Biobsy first to make sure you are dealing with a benign lipoma. MRI will show where the nerves and blood vessels are in relation to the lipoma. In any way you will have a scar, but this should be your last concern.
Make sure your surgeon is an experienced Board Certified Plastic surgeon. If he needs a...
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Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Lipoma removal
Lipomas can be removed for cosmetic reasons using an extraction technique or liposuction and a half centimeter incision. The problem is proving that it's a lipoma. This can be assured if it's subcutaneous (below the skin but above the deep fascia and muscle) and looks and acts like a lipoma. If it's another layer deep (sub-fascial) or in the muscle (intra-muscular) or below the muscle (sub-muscular) then it could be something more serious and shouldn't be treated with incomplete removal as...
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Scott L. Replogle, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon
Denver Plastic Surgeon
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9 cm lipoma removal
There will be a long scar from removing this but it is medically important to do and it won't go away any other way. Have a plastic surgeon and orthopedic surgeon work together for the best result.
