Sure, you can ignore those harmless cysts (often called ‘lumps and bumps’ by laparoscopic surgeons), but sometimes they grow larger or just get in the way.
These benign cysts or lipomas are most commonly found on the head, neck, shoulders or back region. Most healthcare providers recommend you have them removed to offset the possibility of infection or further growth, necessitating a larger incision to remove them down the line. During a simple office visit, we can survey the growth and remove it during the same visit; in many cases, just using local anesthesia. Read more…