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Should I be concerned after lipoma surgery 2 months ago? Can't straighten or flex arm without pain. (photo)

seccaMar 25, 2018
I had a dangling lipoma removed from my right under arm near my arm pit just barely over 2 months ago. I waited the appropriate amount of time to lift and everything. Its red, feverish, and severely painful. I can't straighten or flex my arm without a lot of pain.

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Dr. Pablo Garcia, MD
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Hello,Yes, it is normal that some people will develop swelling after operation on the forehead. It may take 3-7 days to go away.

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