I had a very large lipoma removed below my neck. I had a drain but it did not work well and it had to be removed 2 days after. I have a lot of fluid still collecting and leaking out of my whole from the drain. My surgon told me he is not sure what to do with my issue. The pressure causes me pain so much i don't feel the pain from my insticstion. I am at a loss for what to do and i think my dr. is to any help would be apprciated.
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Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
You may have irritation of the scar and this needs to be evaluated by the surgeon to see if there is a retained suture or ongoing inflammation.In the interim, place Scar Serum.
