I have a lipoma about the length of the tip of my thumb to the first knuckle under my jawline. I am concerned about whether the resulting scar would be cosmetically worse than if I left it alone. My PCP suggested that a new procedure was going to become approved for removing lipomas in the coming future that would have a smaller scar than from an incision. Any advice you have would be appreciated. PS Is this procedure normally covered by insurance or is it considered cosmetic? Thank you, Marc
August 5, 2015
Answer: Neck Lipoma First and foremost the proper diagnosis should be made. There are many important structures and glands in that same area.Make sure it is a lipomas and not a submaxillary gland. The incision is the least of the problems. the area is full of vital structures that requires an incision in the lines of the neck
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August 5, 2015
Answer: Neck Lipoma First and foremost the proper diagnosis should be made. There are many important structures and glands in that same area.Make sure it is a lipomas and not a submaxillary gland. The incision is the least of the problems. the area is full of vital structures that requires an incision in the lines of the neck
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August 28, 2015
Answer: #Lipoma - Lipoma under jawline Lipomas can normally be removed using very small incisions and for an established lipoma that is currently the treatment of recommendation. Newer techniques, including injection of materials that liquefy fat, may be applicable but are not yet the standard.But for a mass of the neck, you have to make sure it's a lipoma. There are other things it could be, and there are a lot of things in that region (like blood vessels and lymph nodes) that would be unfortunate to mistake for a lipoma.You should see your physician and a board-certified plastic surgeon in consultation, for both diagnosis and treatment options.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100@RealSelf
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August 28, 2015
Answer: #Lipoma - Lipoma under jawline Lipomas can normally be removed using very small incisions and for an established lipoma that is currently the treatment of recommendation. Newer techniques, including injection of materials that liquefy fat, may be applicable but are not yet the standard.But for a mass of the neck, you have to make sure it's a lipoma. There are other things it could be, and there are a lot of things in that region (like blood vessels and lymph nodes) that would be unfortunate to mistake for a lipoma.You should see your physician and a board-certified plastic surgeon in consultation, for both diagnosis and treatment options.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100@RealSelf
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