23 yr old girl - lipoma removed from upper inner thigh 2 years ago. The first year was ok.

It is early stages but from your photo it is  difficult to see a significant swelling especially not knowing the extent of the original lump. there might be swelling that is not showing well in photo. ask the question to your doctor when you see them for a review.

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....

I would say in most cases, aspiration of the fluid with a syringe and needle would eventually resolve the fluid collection you have after removal of your lipoma.  This aspiration may need to be repeated and a compression bandage would be helpful if possible.  Your surgeon should be able to p...