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Provide Information On Lipoma Growing On Lower Back

I have a large lipoma on my lower back on the left side it is about 8 inches by 4inches and painful.I am 40 and have had back surgery in the past the pain is tollerable but the Dr said the lipoma would continue to grow. Is there any more info you can share with me on this?
Mon, 9 Jun 2014
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Hi. Lipomas are benign tumor that may grow but the rate of growth is very slow.
A lipoma with the following features should be investigated and if required removed:
1. A rapid increase in size.
2. Pain at tumor site
3. Tumor involves skin or underlying structures.

Investigations should include imaging of back with an ultrasound scan atleast and an MRI scan preferably. A FNAC will differentiate a benign lipoma from a malignant disease. After knowing exact nature of disease, it can be removed surgically.

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Provide Information On Lipoma Growing On Lower Back

Hi. Lipomas are benign tumor that may grow but the rate of growth is very slow. A lipoma with the following features should be investigated and if required removed: 1. A rapid increase in size. 2. Pain at tumor site 3. Tumor involves skin or underlying structures. Investigations should include imaging of back with an ultrasound scan atleast and an MRI scan preferably. A FNAC will differentiate a benign lipoma from a malignant disease. After knowing exact nature of disease, it can be removed surgically. I hope this answers your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to answer. Thankyou for choosing Healthcare Magic.