I'm 25 years old and just got diagnosed with multiple lipomas in my mid to lower back. They are generally small right now, and only cause a little pain here and there. I have noticed most form on my hip bone, and one or two are next to my spine. Should I have these removed now? How quickly do they grow? Do they always get bigger? I don't want scarring, nor do I want them to start showing! Also, will I get lipomas elsewhere on my body? Please help!
Answer: Removing lipomas with small scars
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Answer: Lipomas always grow Lipomas always wrong, however most grow very slowly. the larger they grow the larger the scar would be. Getting them removed when they're smaller you have smaller scars that are less noticeable. I would recommend you find a board-certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of plastic surgery who has a large experience in lipoma removal.Best Regards,Dr. Gartner
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Answer: Lipomas always grow Lipomas always wrong, however most grow very slowly. the larger they grow the larger the scar would be. Getting them removed when they're smaller you have smaller scars that are less noticeable. I would recommend you find a board-certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of plastic surgery who has a large experience in lipoma removal.Best Regards,Dr. Gartner
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August 3, 2017
Answer: Do lipomas continue to grow? In most cases, lipomas do tend to enlarge over time. For this reason, we often recommend removal of lipomas while they are small. While most lipomas can be diagnosed without surgery, another advantage of removing the lipoma is to obtain a tissue diagnosis by the pathologist.
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August 3, 2017
Answer: Do lipomas continue to grow? In most cases, lipomas do tend to enlarge over time. For this reason, we often recommend removal of lipomas while they are small. While most lipomas can be diagnosed without surgery, another advantage of removing the lipoma is to obtain a tissue diagnosis by the pathologist.
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August 3, 2014
Answer: Multiple Lipoma Behavior You may have the diagnosis of familial lipomatosis (other family members will have the same problem). Lipomatosis is believed to be a dominant trait in which multiple lipomas are present. Most are discrete, encapsulated lipomas on the trunk and extremities.Although they may increase with weight gain, weight loss doesn't improve them in my experience. Most grow very slowly over your life time.Although this condition is benign, many patients concerned with cosmesis seek removal of individual tumors. Treatment can include simple excision, endoscopic removal, or liposuction if large. Liposuction, whether laser Liposuction or traditional will leave some of the lipoma cells behind which over time will probably recur though it may take years.Find the most qualified plastic surgeon with experience with this problem to take care of you.
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August 3, 2014
Answer: Multiple Lipoma Behavior You may have the diagnosis of familial lipomatosis (other family members will have the same problem). Lipomatosis is believed to be a dominant trait in which multiple lipomas are present. Most are discrete, encapsulated lipomas on the trunk and extremities.Although they may increase with weight gain, weight loss doesn't improve them in my experience. Most grow very slowly over your life time.Although this condition is benign, many patients concerned with cosmesis seek removal of individual tumors. Treatment can include simple excision, endoscopic removal, or liposuction if large. Liposuction, whether laser Liposuction or traditional will leave some of the lipoma cells behind which over time will probably recur though it may take years.Find the most qualified plastic surgeon with experience with this problem to take care of you.
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Lipomas should be removed if causing symptoms
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December 4, 2015
Answer: Lipomas should be removed if causing symptoms
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