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Lipoma Removed. Bulge Near The Stitches. Is There A Chance That It Was Not Removed Completely?
I had a fatty tissue ( lipoma ) removed yesterday and where my stitches are which are under the skin there is a dent there. Will that go away or not. I am also concerned because he did not get all of it out as the numbing agent wore off too quick and he was hesitant about giving me more (a 5th shot).. Should I be concern that all was not removed the first time?
Sat, 18 May 2013
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After the removal of swelling(Lipoma) ,usually there will be swelling at the site of stitches..they go off in time..You didn't mention about the size of lipoma removed.
Regarding recurrence,,the recurrence rate of lipoma is about 2%..
So don't worry about the upcoming lipoma..
hope you got answer from me
Thank you
Dr.siddartha
welcome to health care magic
After the removal of swelling(Lipoma) ,usually there will be swelling at the site of stitches..they go off in time..You didn't mention about the size of lipoma removed.
Regarding recurrence,,the recurrence rate of lipoma is about 2%..
So don't worry about the upcoming lipoma..
hope you got answer from me
Thank you
Dr.siddartha
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