Lipoma Removal St. Louis
Learn about lipoma removal, a procedure to eliminate benign fatty lumps. Discover symptoms, treatment options, and recovery for smoother, lump-free skin.
What Is a Lipoma?
A lipoma is a benign (noncancerous) growth of fat cells. It most often occurs on the torso, neck, and proximal extremities, but it can appear anywhere on the body.
Lipoma Removal Surgery
Lipoma removal is performed using local anesthesia in an outpatient surgical procedure. This creates the safest and most effective environment for lipoma removal. After the site is anesthetized, an incision is made through the skin to expose the lipoma. Meticulous dissection is performed to separate the lipoma from your normal tissues. Once the lipoma is removed, the skin is sutured together.
When Should You Consider Removing a Lipoma?
When lipomas grow or enlarge, they can cause pain and discomfort by compressing nerves, muscle tissue, or blood vessels. As lipomas grow, they can cause deformities that lead to cosmetic concerns.
- Large lipomas that cause deformity or pain
- Lipomas that interfere with normal functions
- Lipomas that cause distress or cosmetic concerns
Recovery After Lipoma Surgery
- After surgery, it is recommended that you take it easy and limit your physical activity for the first week.
- You may return to non-physical work the next day.
- A pressure dressing is left in place over the incision site for 24-48 hours.
- You should keep the surgical site dry for 24 hours. You can shower after 24 hours.
Schedule Your Consultation
At St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, our board-certified dermatologists can help safely remove lipomas in an outpatient, office-based procedure. Schedule your consultation today by calling (314) 834-1400. We provide the highest quality care in a warm and compassionate environment.
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