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Recovery Period for Lipoma Removal on Back?

twee-t32Aug 11, 2009

I am thinking about getting a lipoma removed off of my back, between my spinal cord and my right shoulder blade. It's about the size of my hand, and I'm wondering how long will it take to recover? Are there any restrictions?

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