Since Lipoma is a Fatty Tissue, Can the Application of Hot/warm Water Dissolve It? Thank You (photo)

Every case is different and it is hard to know exactly what is going on with your case. It is important to remember all incisions are the most red and inflamed at 3 weeks post operation. Always watch for redness that is spreading away from the incision as this may be a sign of infection. if you...

With most lipoma surgical incisions, yes it would be okay to lay on the surgical site and have pressure on the incision.

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 recommend an evaluation of your ear to determine whether the lipoma or mass is involved. It would be hard to tell without an examination. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles

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....