Lipoma Treatment in India
About Lipoma
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with small, discreet incisions.Permanent removal of the benign fatty growth.Performed under local anesthesia, avoiding general anesthesia risks.Outpatient surgery, typically allowing you to go home the same day.Improves body contour and alleviates discomfort from pressure.Provides a definitive tissue sample for pathological diagnosis./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Cosmetic concern due to the visible or palpable lump.
- Pain or discomfort caused by the lipoma pressing on nerves or muscles.
- Rapid growth or change in the characteristics of the lump.
- Functional impairment, such as restricted movement if located near a joint.
- Diagnostic uncertainty requiring a biopsy to rule out other conditions.
- Large size causing psychological distress or clothing fit issues.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the surgeon to discuss goals, risks, and surgical plan.
- Disclosure of complete medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Possible cessation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin) as advised by your doctor.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home after the procedure.
- Fasting for a few hours if sedation is planned, as per surgeon's instructions.
- Showering with an antibacterial soap on the morning of surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Common risks include bleeding, bruising, swelling, and temporary numbness.
- Infection at the surgical site, requiring antibiotics.
- Scarring, including the possibility of hypertrophic or keloid scars.
- Seroma (fluid accumulation) or hematoma (blood collection) formation.
- Damage to surrounding nerves, potentially causing permanent numbness or weakness.
- Recurrence of the lipoma if not completely excised.
- Adverse reaction to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Mild pain and discomfort are common, managed with prescribed pain medication.
- Keep the surgical site clean, dry, and covered as per the surgeon's instructions.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and vigorous exercise for 2-3 weeks.
- Sutures are typically removed within 7-14 days, depending on the location.
- Gradually resume normal activities as comfort allows and swelling subsides.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor healing.
- Use sun protection on the scar for several months to prevent darkening.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering lipoma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform lipoma. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for lipoma compare across other countries where we have data.
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Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Lipoma
Explore experienced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons who regularly perform lipoma and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 23 Years Experience
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- 19 Years Experience
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- 15 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 14 Years Experience
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Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 13 Years Experience
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Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
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- 11 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 10 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 10 Years Experience
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Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 7 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 2 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 17 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Goa
- 23 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Millers Road
- 14 Years Experience
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