How bad will scarring from lipoma removal be?

February 21, 2009
Asked By:Lila in Syosset, NY

I recently underwent Lipoma removal just below left rib on waist. The stitches won't be removed for 2 weeks. Doesn't the longer time cause scarring to be worse?

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October 30, 2010

Answer: Recovery after lipoma removal

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August 16, 2019

Answer: Scarring after the removal of a lipoma

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October 19, 2009

Answer: Lipoma removal scarring depends largely on closure type

October 19, 2009

Answer: Lipoma removal scarring depends largely on closure type

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