Lipoma - Should I Get a Biopsy?

January 4, 2011
Asked By:gold coast in gold coast

i have been to the doctor today about a lump which has been growing on my left hip/buttock, my doctor was sure it is a lipoma, i dont feel confident without getting tests done, should i get a second oppinion or an ultrasound or biopsy?

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Answer: How to tell if your mass is a lipoma

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January 11, 2011

Answer: Diagnosis of lipoma?

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Answer: Diagnosis of lipoma?

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