I have two lipomas on my lower left back that the doctor thinks is causing my lower back pain. The MRI showed my spine to be in good condition, so he feels the dull ache I've been having (being forced to sleep with a pillow under my left hip when I lie on my back at night) is due to the lipomas. It makes sense in one respect, but I hate to go through the surgery only to have the back ache continue. Any thoughts would be appreciated!
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May 18, 2010
Answer: Very unusual for lipomas to cause back pain
For most surgeons, the closure of the wound is a nuisance and left for an intern to do. For a plastic surgeon, it is a major part of the procedure. So I would clearly choose a plastic surgeon to remove a lipoma and in my practice it is generally performed with only local anesthesia...
I would recommend you find a board certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Sugery, who has an extensive experience in Lipoma Removal.Best Regards,Dr. Gartner
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....
