Had a lipoma mass removed from my heel 01-02-18 and my heel is still sore and numb. Is this permanent?

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Is the soreness and numbness caused by scar tissue or do I need to be seen again??

Michael S. Lofgren, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.
Numbness and soreness can last for several months after any type of surgery.  In my experience feet can take an especially long time to recover.  There are a variety of factors for this.  Increased fluid pressure on the tissue, constant stretching and irritation of the tissue with walking or standing.  I recommend massaging the scar and area of excision daily with a good moisturizer.  This can help with swelling, soreness and smoothing the scar.  As far as the numbness is concerned, it usually improves with time but may take a few more months.  Follow up with your surgeon if it's not improving.
Best wishes.

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