Lipoma on nape of neck

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Asked for Female, 24 Years

My dad,48 M, has a lipoma on the nape of neck. Gradually increasing in size. No pain associated with it. SLIP SIGN IS POSITIVE. He got USG done- Well defined, lobulated, hypoechoic sol with THIN LINEAR ECHOGENIC STRIATIONS seen within the subcutaneous tissue. Is this cancer doctor? Please clarify. I'm worried.

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Dr. Tanvi Sood

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By your description, sounds benign. Get examination done by an oncologist in OPD.

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Dr. Bimlesh Thakur Surgical Oncologist 16 yrs exp New Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bimlesh Thakur

Surgical Oncologist 16 yrs exp New Delhi

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Usg description looks like a benign lipoma. However clinical examination is required for planning the treatment option.

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Clinical examination by a surgical oncologist or general surgeon.