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

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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.

Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for sharing,The best recommendation is to contact the doctor who perform the procedure or contact your primary doctor, it's for your best if the doctor check on the wound and/or prescribe medicationMy  Best Wishes

Anthony J. Taglienti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, you should be concerned. You may have an infection, or have something that should be evaluated in person. If these are symptoms that have suddenly appeared, then you should get in touch with your operating physician or go to a local urgent care to get evaluated. You may need to have an imaging study to see if there is an infection in that area, and/or be placed on antibiotics.

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