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Definitely. Having had fatty lipomas removed is no risk at all to falling pregnant. There is a slight risk of hernia recurrence during pregnancy but is depends on how significant the hernia was, whether it was due to muscle weakness (ventral or spigelian hernia) or an inguinal hernia (lower groin area) and how long ago it was repaired. Good luck!
Thank you for asking about your muscle cramps and pain.An MRI is usually a more reliable exam than the ultrasound. It suggests that the lump you are feeling may be muscle in spasm. You should be examined by a neurologist. It would be very uncommon for a lipoma to cause your symptoms. Hope this...
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia....
Lipomas can be very painful, particularly when they’re located in the forearm due to muscular movements and proximity of sensory nerves. My recommendation is to have it removed. Most often this can be accomplished quite quickly and safely under local anesthesia. Please seek c...
Dear patient, If 20cc of blood was removed the first time it is possible that there is more blood or seroma that needs to be removed. I suggest that you go back to your surgeon and have the area examined. Sometimes there are fibrous bands or blood clots that locaulate the hematoma and don't...
Thank you for your question and post. I am unaware of any association between diet and lipomas. Hope this helps.Benjamin J. Cousins MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Miami/Miami Beach
Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately without feeling the tissues it is difficult to offer definite advice but in general the skin will develop swelling and scar tissue during the healing process that can feel firm to the touch. I would allow your results to mature for a few mon...
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