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I Had a Lipoma About the Size of a Golf Ball Removed from the Back of the Neck. When Will Pain Subside? (photo)

KarlosMar 1, 2012
I attach a photo and although its only been eight days, I have problems sleeping and feel some pain. Please advice how long the pain would normally last. I did have some muscle tissue ciut to remove all the lipoma.

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Dr. Elan B. Singer, MD
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