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The need for anesthesia depends on the location and the amount of expected soft tissue injury.Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon
Thank you for sharing your excellent question. In general the decision for anesthesia is best made depending on the location of the lipoma and the overall health of the patient. I have taken out lipomas in excess of 12x15cm in the office without issue. Hope this helps.
It is important to determine if this encases surrounding tissue (neurovascular bundle) if it is a liposarcoma or if it is a simple lipoma based on MRI. If there is no airway compromise and it is done in a surgical facility, it would be best. Err on the side of safety. H Karamanoukian MD FACSDouble Board Certified Surgoen
Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your lipoma symptoms. I would see an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to discuss your concerns. Depending on the size they may be able to remove the mass in their office or at least work with you to establish a p...
It is probably safe to remove this dressing 3 days post lipoma excision. Apply Scar Serum to reduce scarring and avoid sun exposure to prevent hyperpigmentation of the wound. H Karamanoukian MD FACS
After an MRI, not just assessment by an ER doctor, AND exam by a neurologist if there is numbness, tingling, etc, get consultation at a University Hospital or clinic.GET INSURANCE before you get the evaluation.H Karamanoukian MD FACS
