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Does removing the lipoma this size cause any damage to my nerves or trigger any other issues? (Photos)

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Hello, I have a lipoma that is located in between my back, between my shoulders near my spine (please see photo attached) it’s about 8x5cm nogel. Does removing the lipoma that size cause any damage to my nerves or trigger any other issues once it’s removed? Also, is it better to be under general anesthesia or local anesthesia. I ask because, two separate doctors have their opinion on how to do the procedure under those two anesthesia. I’m so nervous... Thank you!

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