Can I get lipoma removal on labia?

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I have a half inch lipoma on my right Labia Majora. I hate it. I’ve had it for a few years now. My family physician says it’s not harmful but I want it removed. Is this considered labiaplasty? Would it cost the same? Do I need to go to a plastic surgeon or another type of surgeon?

Scott Reis, MD · Answer

Thanks for the great question. The short answer is, no, lipoma removal from the labia majora would not be considered a labiaplasty, but rather a benign lesion removal from the labia. Costs vary greatly from surgeon to surgeon and regionally so it's tough to compare prices vs labiaplasty, but in general it should be less expensive. I definitely suggest you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options further. Although many surgeons of various specialties can remove lesions, a plastic surgeon will be able to hide the incision better and close the incision in a manner that will result in a superior aesthetic outcome and minimal scarring. Best of luck

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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. We would have to remove the lipoma to be sure that it is not something else and we usually do this by sending it to a pathologist for evaluation. If a lipoma is painful, then an exam is needed to make sure it is not compressing on a nerve or whether the diagnosis is different. Aftercare for a lipoma includes gentle compression and Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily on the wound.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  A lipoma removal from the labia majora would not be considered a labiaplasty, it is just a tissue removal procedure.  Costs would be substantially lower and I would advocate for an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon.  Hope this helps.

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