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How long should a fat necrosis breast lump last before healed?
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Variable: Fat necrosis will often improve with time but particularly if it is a larger area it may never completely resolve. A lot of the diagnosis of fat necrosis involved the clinical scenario and impression. Imaging can often be helpful. A biopsy is the most definitive. Make certain your surgeon is sure it's fat necrosis. If there is any question about a lump see a breast surgeon for an opinion.
Answered 3/30/2021
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Never: A lump from fat necrosis can last forever.
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