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I had intraductal papilloma. i had the lump removed on last monday. i feel a large hard lump where the cut is. still sore to touch. is this normal?

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Dr. Ed Kaplan answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Yes: Common after surgery to feel something like that. Talk to your surgeon.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/6/2018

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Maybe: It is common to have a post excision lump due to fluid collecting in the surgical cavity(seroma) or bleeding(hematoma). However, if you are concerned, or the pain/lump is increasing, call your surgeon to make sure all is well.

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Answered 11/6/2018

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A member asked:

I had intraductal papilloma. i had the lump removed on last monday. i feel a large hard lump where the cut is. still sore to touch. is this normal?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ed Kaplan answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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