Sep 29, 2022 · Lipomas are benign fatty tumors. Find out why surgery is less risky than doing it at home, what to expect, side effects, recovery and more.

Mar 3, 2009 · I have a nearly golf ball-sized lipoma on my back, along my shoulder blade. What kind of doctor should I see for lipoma removal?

Jun 24, 2010 · Most lipomas are benign, the ones that are painful are either growing or are in sensitive locations and should probably be removed. I would recommend you find a board …

Jan 9, 2017 · After lipoma removal, particularly in the forehead, the skin tends to contract rather well. Granted it's only been a few months, and without pictures its hard to know what you …

Jun 12, 2008 · A lipoma is the most common noncancerous soft tissue growth. It is a growth of fat cells usually found just below the skin. Lipomas are most commonly found on the torso, neck, …

Jun 13, 2023 · Lipoma removal costs $4,428 on average, according to 181 reviews from RealSelf members. However, the price can range to as much as $9,500. Lipoma surgery removes …

Jan 17, 2009 · Lipoma removal recovery depends on how large the lipoma and incision are, and where the lesion is located. In most cases, wound care would be very straightforward and …

Jun 19, 2011 · Typically, any lipoma of the face should be removed by a plastic surgeon. Plastic surgeons tend to have the most training in regards to wound closure, and are the most …

Jun 12, 2008 · A lipoma is a tumor since a tumor just refers to a mass. A lipoma is a soft tissue mass which is not malignant - (cancer) but it should be removed if it grows or becomes …

Dec 6, 2009 · A benign lipoma would not turn into a malignant liposarcoma, but without taking a biopsy or removing the lesion, it is impossible to know for certain whether a particular mass is …