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Having a 3.5 tumor removed on upper thigh. what type of tumor or fatty tumor can it be? surgeon says most likely lipoma but the pain is unusual.
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Ur Dr. Knows Best: If your surgeon thinks it is a lipoma, that's more-than-likely correct. Although often painless, angiolipomas (benign) can cause pain. Also, if the lipoma is under the fascia next to muscle, it may cause pain. I'm sure the surgery will go well and you'll know with 100% certainty what it is. Good luck!
Answered 9/28/2016
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??: The type will be determined by the pathologist after it has been removed and examined. Lipomas typically do not cause pain, but they can depending on where they are located and if pressure or movement aggravates them.
Answered 8/17/2014
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