How Can A Lump On The Back Be Treated?

Posted on Fri, 11 Aug 2017

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Question : Hello

I suddenly debeloped a lump on my back along the mid thorasic area. It does not cause any pain although its only been 24 hours since first observed. Please advise. I felt a slight discomfort in that area during my last yoga class where we had to do a reverse prayer - not sure if that is a coincidence or some self fulfilling prophecy - i am leaving for XXXXXXX for 2 weeks in about 4 hours so was anxious whether to cancel the trip assuming the worst. Please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Soft tissue swelling lipoma or sebaceous cyst . can travel without problem.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query with attached photographs .

* This is soft tissue swelling consisting of lipoma or sebaceous cyst .

* It is co incidental with YOGA pose , not actually related to it .

* Suggestions at present

- Do not panic , this is absolutely benign ( not cancer ) condition involving
back .
- No need of cancel trip to XXXXXXX .
- No medicines for cure of this , but later on at convenience take appointment
with your Surgeon for the same .

Welcome for further assistance .

Wishing fine journey ahead .

Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (1 hour later)

Dear Dr Bhagyesh,

Thank you for your reply and reassrance - this was quite troubling but i am glad to know it is something benign and seemingly less harmful than what i was expecting. Any thoughts on why this occurs suddenly - i have recently rediscovered tennis, yoga for about 2 years and am an avid runner so wonderig what causes this. Again thank you and can you describe procedure for removal of this approximately, you mentioned surgeon .

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
explanations provided for follow up .

Detailed Answer:
Welcome dear

* This is accumulation of fat or sebum type material in certain areas of the body ,
giving this lump , no reasons of happening .

* It is a long standing chronic process going at microcellular level , we only notice
when it pops out to certain extent , so it is not sudden onset but rather sudden
notice to our knowledge .

* It has no concerns with your tennis or running activities , yes in certain joints
like wrist , ankles you get stretching when move the joints .

* Removal is a day care procedure for cure .
- We evaluate patient for ultrasound of the local part , Fasting blood sugar ,
check BP and other parameters before proceeding for the surgery .

- Patient and relatives are explained thoroughly regarding the pathology , type
of treatments available and best suitable option for the particular case .

- Written consent for the procedure is taken .
- Either local anesthesia or general anesthesia ( both are possible according to
choice of the Surgeon and patient willingness ) is given , lump is excised ,
hemostasis achieved , suturing applied , sterile dressing done .

- Specimen is sent for histopathological examination in the laboratory .
- Timing for the surgery approximately 20 - 25 minutes .
Discharge for Local anesthesia case within 2 hours .
for General anesthesia case within 4 - 5 hours .

* By the way if you are in XXXXXXX and wish surgery , I also offer medical tourism
for you to undergo surgery at Apollo multispeciality hospital , Gandhinagar ,
XXXXXXX .

Hope this clarifies your doubt .

Wishing you fine health ahead always .

Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (47 hours later)

Dear Doctor, sorry for the delay, I was traveling the past day. Thank you for your detailed explanations and guidance. Since I am in XXXXXXX and Blore for just 2 weeks, i would likely prefer to spend time with my family and then deal with this once I return. Is there any inclination of reoccurence and can i make likestyle changes to prevent future occurence. Thank you again for your detailed advice. Thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
follow up query answered .

Detailed Answer:
Welcome XXXXXXX

* Usually lipoma or sebaceous cyst excised from roots perfectly , there are very
least chances of reoccurence at the same site .

* Sorry to say but there are no lifestyle changes to prevent future occurence .

Wishing you pleasant stay with your loved ones .

Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad