I had a head injury when I was 14, now 21 I still have what I researched to be a Lipoma. It is rather small but I was considering having it removed by a plastic surgeon. It is only about half an inch below my hairline and I was curious to know if the incision can be made where the hair grows to mask the scar. Thanks!
January 14, 2012
Answer: Lipoma Excision and Hide Incision?
Based on your description, an incision can be kept at or above the hairline to access the lesion.
Best wishes.
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January 14, 2012
Answer: Lipoma Excision and Hide Incision?
Based on your description, an incision can be kept at or above the hairline to access the lesion.
Best wishes.
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January 23, 2011
Answer: Can a forehead lipoma be removed using an incision hidden in the hairline?
Yes, forehead growths can be removed using incision(s) hidden in the hairline. This is more straightforward the closer the growth is to the hairline (as is appears to be in your case). Visiting with a surgeon experienced in operating in this area would allow for more detailed assessment.
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January 23, 2011
Answer: Can a forehead lipoma be removed using an incision hidden in the hairline?
Yes, forehead growths can be removed using incision(s) hidden in the hairline. This is more straightforward the closer the growth is to the hairline (as is appears to be in your case). Visiting with a surgeon experienced in operating in this area would allow for more detailed assessment.
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October 15, 2010
Answer: Hidden scar or no scar with lipoma removal
Lipomas are easy to remove by direct approach with care to place the orientation of the scar with the skin lines. There is more of a technical challenge to approach it by tunnelling but certainly worth the result of a hidden scar. I would consider the use of a small bore liposuction cannula, but be aware of the slightly higher risk of recurrence using the latter techniques. I have been successful in flattening a forehead lipoma by injection of a sclerosant and steroid mixture, but there is less predictability of result using chemical methods.
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October 15, 2010
Answer: Hidden scar or no scar with lipoma removal
Lipomas are easy to remove by direct approach with care to place the orientation of the scar with the skin lines. There is more of a technical challenge to approach it by tunnelling but certainly worth the result of a hidden scar. I would consider the use of a small bore liposuction cannula, but be aware of the slightly higher risk of recurrence using the latter techniques. I have been successful in flattening a forehead lipoma by injection of a sclerosant and steroid mixture, but there is less predictability of result using chemical methods.
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