What kind of recovery time for rare large lipoma removal?

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I have a very large lipoma 11cm x 5cm x 5cm in a very rare location- resting on my lateral chest wall between the clavicle (collar bone) and scapula (shoulder blade). Surgeon says I'll be in the hospital for a night or two. How long before I'm back at work as a teacher? Thank you!

Darrick E. Antell, MD, FACS · Answer

From what you described, I would perform your surgery as an out-patient. It's possible you would benefit from a drain, or tiny tube to drain liquid from the wound site, which would be removed approximately 1 to 7 days later. Depending on how physical your job as a teacher is, I would think you could return to work in 5 days.

*Opinions stated here are only opinions. They are not based on a clinical exam which is recommended.*

*Opinions stated here are only opinions. They are not based on a clinical exam which is recommended.*

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question and best wishes on your upcoming procedure.  You can likely return to work within a week’s time, but ultimately it will take 6+ weeks before much of your discomfort and swelling has resolved.  Hope this helps.

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