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Lipoma Removal Surgery in Mumbai (Single & Multiple Fatty Lumps) — Safe, Day-Care Excision
Lipoma removal surgery is a minor, usually day-care procedure to remove lipomas — soft, benign fatty lumps under the skin — by excision or liposuction. Most lipomas are harmless and removal is optional, but any lump should first be assessed by a doctor to confirm it’s a benign lipoma. At Allure Medspa, Dr. Milan Doshi removes single or multiple lipomas with minimal, discreet scarring.
What Is Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Lipoma removal surgery is a minor surgical procedure that removes lipomas — benign, soft, slow-growing fatty tumours under the skin — using excision or liposuction, usually as a day-care procedure under local anaesthesia.
What a lipoma is — a benign (non-cancerous) lump of fat cells, typically soft, mobile and painless
Single or multiple — one lipoma is common; some people develop many (familial multiple lipomatosis)
How it’s removed — small-incision excision or liposuction, chosen by size, number and location
Minimal scarring (not ‘scarless’) — techniques minimise scarring, but any removal leaves a small scar that fades over time
Related procedures — liposuction, tummy tuck.
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Are Fatty Lumps Bothering You — Can Lipoma Removal Help?
If soft lumps under your skin affect your comfort, movement or confidence, lipoma removal surgery can take them out safely — though the first step is always confirming the lump is a benign lipoma.
Are you bothered by soft, painless lumps forming under your skin?
Do you feel self-conscious about visible bulges on your arms, back or neck?
Are the lumps multiplying, or affecting your comfort or movement?
Though lipomas are usually harmless, their presence can affect how you feel, dress or move. Multiple lipomas can grow in size and number, causing discomfort or emotional stress. The reassuring part: removal is a safe, minor procedure, and at Allure Medspa, Dr. Milan Doshi removes single or multiple lipomas with precision and minimal scarring — for medical relief or cosmetic improvement.
How common are lipomas?
~1% of people — lipomas are the most common soft-tissue tumour, affecting roughly 1% of the population
More common in men — and most often appearing between about 40 and 60 years of age
Usually benign — the vast majority are harmless; a doctor confirms the diagnosis
Sources: Lipomas occur in ~1% of the population, most common soft-tissue tumour (Medscape), More common in men, 4th–6th decades (WHO soft-tissue classification review)
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Quick Facts - Lipoma Removal Surgery
| Time Required | 1-2 Hours |
| Anesthesia | Local/Local Plus Sedation |
| Pain Level | Mild With Medicine Protocol |
| Hospital Stay | Daycare |
| Fly-back | 2-3 Days |
| Success Rate | Very High |
| Result | Immediate. Final Result in 1 to 2 Months |
| Diet | No Restrictions |
| Complication | Less Than 1 – 2% |
| Cost | Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 1,50,000 |
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What Are the Benefits of Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Lipoma removal surgery offers both physical relief and cosmetic improvement — removing uncomfortable or visible lumps and restoring smoother skin contour.
- Relief from discomfort — removes lipomas that press on nerves or tissues
- Smoother skin — eliminates visible lumps and restores natural contour
- Improved movement — if a large or clustered lipoma limited motion
- Peace of mind — the removed tissue is examined to confirm it’s benign
- Confidence — many patients feel more at ease in clothing and photos
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Are You the Right Candidate for Lipoma Removal Surgery?
You’re likely a good candidate for lipoma removal surgery if you’re a healthy adult with a confirmed lipoma that’s bothersome, growing, painful, or affecting your confidence.
Adult (18+) and healthy — no conditions that impair healing
Confirmed lipoma — diagnosis established by a doctor
Bothersome or growing — pain, pressure, restricted movement, or cosmetic concern
Realistic expectations — and ready for simple post-op care
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Why Is a Consultation Important Before Lipoma Removal Surgery?
A consultation is the crucial first step in lipoma removal surgery — it confirms the diagnosis, rules out other conditions, and lets your surgeon plan the safest, most effective approach.
Medical history — health background, any genetic tendency to lipomas, previous surgery
Examination — number, size, depth and location of the lumps
Accurate diagnosis — confirms lipoma and rules out cysts or other tumours (imaging if needed)
Tailored plan — excision, liposuction or combined; anaesthesia choice; risk briefing
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What Are the Types of Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Lipoma removal surgery is done by excision, liposuction, or a combination — chosen by the lipoma’s size, number, depth and the cosmetic goal.
Excision — a precise cut removes the fatty tumour with its capsule; best for single or well-defined lipomas, with the lowest recurrence risk
Liposuction — liposuction suctions fat through a tiny incision; good for multiple/clustered or awkwardly-placed lipomas, with smaller scars but a slightly higher recurrence risk if capsule remains
Combined — excision + liposuction for large or complex lipomas
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How Is Lipoma Removal Surgery Performed?
Lipoma removal surgery is a minor, minimally invasive procedure: the area is numbed, a small incision made, the fatty tumour removed, and the skin closed.
Anaesthesia — usually local (with sedation for many/large lipomas)
Numbing & infiltration — a solution numbs the area and limits bleeding
Removal — a small incision over each lipoma; the tumour is removed with its capsule, or suctioned
Closure — careful stitching to support healing and minimise scarring
Histology — removed tissue is sent to a lab to confirm it was a benign lipoma
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Is a Lipoma Dangerous — and When Should It Be Checked?
Almost all lipomas are benign and harmless, but any new or changing lump should be assessed by a doctor, because a small number of fatty lumps can be something else — including a rare cancer called liposarcoma.
Usually benign — the typical lipoma is soft, mobile, slow-growing and painless
Get it checked if — a lump is large (over ~5 cm), deep, firm/fixed, rapidly growing or painful — these features warrant prompt assessment
Why it matters — a liposarcoma can occasionally look like a benign lipoma; proper evaluation (and sending removed tissue for histology) confirms the diagnosis
Reassurance — this is precaution, not alarm — the overwhelming majority of lumps are benign lipomas
Sources: Large (>5 cm), deep, rapidly enlarging or painful masses warrant urgent assessment before excision (Liposarcoma, StatPearls), Lipomas are benign; malignant change extremely rare; no metastasis (Medscape)
🩺 Dr. Milan Doshi’s note: “Before removing a lipoma, I assess its size, depth, growth pattern, pain, and mobility. Large, deep, fast-growing, firm, or painful lumps may need ultrasound or MRI before surgery. After removal, the tissue is routinely sent for histopathology to confirm the diagnosis.”
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What Are the Results of Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Lipoma removal surgery completely removes the treated lumps, with smoother skin, relief of any discomfort, and a low chance of the same lipoma returning.
Complete removal — the treated lipoma is gone; recurrence at that site is low (~1–5%) after full excision
Smoother contour — restores an even skin surface
Relief — eases pressure on nerves or tissues
Note on new lipomas — people prone to multiple lipomas may develop new ones elsewhere; that’s not the same as the removed one recurring
Source: Recurrence after complete excision ~1–5%; new lipomas can still form elsewhere in prone individuals
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What Is the Recovery Time After Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Most people recover from lipoma removal surgery within 1–2 weeks, with complete healing of larger or multiple sites taking up to a couple of months.
First days — mild soreness; keep the area clean and dry
1–2 weeks — avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise
Wound care & follow-ups — follow instructions; attend reviews for proper healing
Larger/multiple sites — may take up to 2–4 months to settle fully
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What Are the Side Effects of Lipoma Removal Surgery?
Side effects are rare but may include bleeding, infection, or minor scarring—especially if not performed by an experienced plastic surgeon.
- Bleeding: Minimal and typically resolves with proper care.
- Infection: Preventable with sterile technique and antibiotics.
- Scarring: Small scars may form, often fading over time.
- Swelling or bruising: Usually mild and subsides in a few days.
- Recurrence risk: Very low when surgery is done correctly.
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What Is the Cost of Lipoma Removal Surgery in Mumbai?
At Allure Medspa, lipoma removal surgery costs roughly ₹40,000 to ₹1,50,000, depending on the number, size, depth and location of the lipomas and the technique used. See the lipoma removal cost page and payment options.
What changes the price — number of lipomas, size/depth of each, body area, and technique (excision/liposuction/combined)
May be partly insured — if removal is medically necessary (pain/functional); purely cosmetic removal usually isn’t
Not included — pre-op tests, garments, and any long-term follow-ups
Exact quote — after assessment; book a consultation
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Who Is the Best Lipoma Removal Surgeon in Mumbai?
Dr. Milan Doshi is an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon in Mumbai who has performed a high volume of single and multiple lipoma removals with minimal-scar results.
Board-certified plastic surgeon — internationally trained; 27+ years’ experience [clinic to confirm]
High lipoma volume — 700+ lipoma removals, including complex multiple-lipoma cases [clinic to confirm]
Minimal-scar focus — discreet incisions and careful closure
Personalised care — highly rated for patient satisfaction and results
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Which Is the Best Centre for Lipoma Removal Surgery in Mumbai?
Allure Medspa is a well-rated Mumbai centre for lipoma removal surgery, with modern day-care surgical facilities, expert care and support for outstation patients.
Modern day-care theatres — with proper safety protocols
Surgeon-led — procedures performed by Dr. Milan Doshi
Outstation support — stay and travel help via our
Privacy & aftercare — discreet care and follow-up; outstation patients service available
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Medical code for Multiple lipoma surgery
ICD-10 Codes for Multiple Lipomas
| ICD-10 Code | Description |
|---|---|
| D17.0 | Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of head, face, and neck |
| D17.1 | Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk |
| D17.2 | Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of limbs |
| D17.9 | Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified |
| D17.5 | Benign lipomatous neoplasm of intra-abdominal organs |
CPT Codes for Multiple Lipoma Removal
| CPT Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 11400 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less |
| 11401 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, 0.6 to 1.0 cm |
| 11402 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, 1.1 to 2.0 cm |
| 11403 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, 2.1 to 3.0 cm |
| 11404 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, 3.1 to 4.0 cm |
| 11406 | Excision of benign lesion including margins, over 4.0 cm |
| 21930 | Excision of soft tissue tumor of back or flank, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm |
| 21931 | Excision of soft tissue tumor of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater |
| 22900 | Excision of tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm |
| 22901 | Excision of tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater |
| 15877 | Liposuction, trunk (if combined with removal for contouring in large cases) |
(FAQ's) Frequently Asked Question for Multiple Lipoma Removal Surgery
Q1. What causes lipomas?
Ans. The exact cause is unknown, but they often run in families; genetics and, in some, minor trauma may play a role.
Q2. Can lipomas turn cancerous?
Ans. No — lipomas are benign and don’t become cancer. Rarely, a fatty lump that looks like a lipoma is actually a liposarcoma, which is why any suspicious or changing lump should be assessed and removed tissue sent for histology.
Q3. Are lipomas linked to cholesterol or fatty liver?
Ans. There’s no proven direct link, though some metabolic conditions may be associated.
Q4. Do lipomas go away with weight loss?
Ans. No — they’re encapsulated fat and don’t shrink with diet or exercise.
Q5. Should lipomas be removed?
Ans. Removal is optional unless the lipoma is painful, growing, pressing on nerves, or a cosmetic concern. Many people live with them safely.
Q6. What if a lipoma is left untreated?
Ans. Most stay harmless; some slowly grow or become uncomfortable. Any rapid change should be checked.
Q7. Can a lipoma burst or spread?
Ans. No — lipomas don’t burst or spread. In rare genetic conditions they can multiply in number.
Q8. Can lipomas be dissolved naturally?
Ans. No proven natural remedy dissolves them; surgery is the reliable option.
Q9. What’s the newest treatment?
Ans. Surgical excision remains the gold standard; liposuction or minimal-incision extraction can give better cosmetic results in selected cases.
Q10. What does a removed lipoma look like?
Ans. A soft, rubbery, yellowish, encapsulated lump of fatty tissue.
Q11. Can dermatologists diagnose lipomas?
Ans. Yes — dermatologists and surgeons diagnose them clinically; ultrasound or biopsy is used in unclear cases.
Q12. How long until it’s gone after surgery?
Ans. Once removed, that lipoma is permanently gone from the site; healing takes about 1–2 weeks.
Q13. Is removal covered by insurance?
Ans. If medically necessary (pain/functional), some plans may cover it; purely cosmetic removal usually isn’t.
Q14. Myth vs fact?
Ans. Myth: lipomas are always painless. Fact: some cause pain, especially if pressing on nerves or deep in tissue.
Q15. What results can I expect?
Ans. Smoother, flatter skin with minimal, discreet scarring when done by an expert.
Q16. What should I do after surgery?
Ans. Keep the area clean and dry, avoid heavy activity, take medicines as prescribed, and attend follow-ups.
Q17. Is lipoma removal risky?
Ans. It’s a low-risk minor procedure in experienced hands; rare risks are bleeding, infection or a small scar.
Q18. How long does surgery take?
Ans. Usually 1–2 hours, depending on the number and size of lipomas.
Q19. How many can be removed at once?
Ans. An experienced surgeon can remove many in one session, within safe limits for the patient.
Q20. At what size should a lipoma be removed?
Ans. Removal is considered for lipomas that are large, growing, uncomfortable or a cosmetic concern — after a proper assessment.
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