How Can A Lipoma On The Hip Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 23 Jan 2017

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Mon, 23 Jan 2017 Answered on

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Question : I developed a soft tube like lump under the skin about 2 in. long just above my hip bone on my right side suddenly any ideas? My dr said most likely lipoma

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (3 minutes later)

Hi,it may be soft tissue infection,kindly consult the dermatologist or surgeon for the proper diagnosis and perfect treatment...ok

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ilyas Patel (3 hours later)

Its under the skin not on top

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (11 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Soft tissue infection most probably

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

It is difficult to comment and advise with just little history. No doctor can perfectly say about your disease without inspecting the lesion. So, my humble request is to consult the dermatologist personally.

Ok...

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng