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Lipoma recurrence
If my dad gets the lipoma on the back of his neck removed, what is the chance that it comes back? It is subcutaneous and 3*1 cm. No pain.
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Dr. Nilaxi Khataniar
Radiation Oncologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
If it is excised well , it might not recur. And in the unlikely scenario that it recurs, there is no need to worry as it is an absolutely benign condition
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To consult a general surgeon and plan the surgery
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