Still lump around scar after lipoma removal? (Photo)

Question

I had a lipoma removed on forehead almost 7 months ago. There is still a lump located around the scar where the lipoma was removed. Was told would go down after time though looking for advice?

Kyle Kimura, MD · Answer

It is hard to tell based on the photo whether the swelling is from 1) normal edema/swelling after surgery 2) scar tissue deposition 3) recurrence of your lipoma. In office steroid injections can help with 1 & 2 and only time will tell if it could be number 3. I would certainly discuss with your surgeon, but I think performing steroid injections in this situation is very low risk and has the potential to resolve your issue. 
Hope this helps!Kyle Kimura, MD

Lexie Wang, MD · Answer

what does it feel like? is it hard? It might be some scar tissue that you can get injected with steroid or 5FU.

Peter Andolina, DO · Answer

So based on your photos I think you may either have scar tissue in the area or you may be experiencing recurrence.  It is hard to tell just by your photos.  I would recommend going back to your surgeon for re-evaluation

Still lump around scar after lipoma removal? (Photo)

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