Lipoma on Forehad Recurring for 4th Time in 12 Years, What Should I Do?

I've had it removed each time by plastic surgeon and each time I* have nerve damage to left eye which causes my eye to be a little smaller. It is back again and I'm afraid to have it removed again. Is it possible to have it removed without nerve damage to eye?

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by 3646anon in Deerfield Beach

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Lipoma Recurrence

Well, I am sorry to hear that the lipoma recurred again. Usually these tumors shell out very nicely and its not typical that we leave any behind. So, the recurrence rate is about 1-2 %. Some people have experimented with steroid injection to atrophy the fat but that also entails risk to the surrounding soft tissue and potential atrophy of the skin as well. The best treatment is via surgical excision before it becomes large. But, these tumors usually grow... more

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3646anon 1 Aug 2012

I have just received pathology report from Cleveland clinic on my lipoma which as been diagnosed as liposarcoma. Dr. has ordered MRI of face and head and also CT w/contrast of chest before surgically going in again and removing borders. Do you agree with this method of treatment? Thank you.

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