RECONSTRUCTIVE
Simple surgical removal of lipomas and cysts under local anaesthetic — a minor procedure that excises the lesion through a small incision, with stitches removed 7–10 days later.
THE PROMISE
Small Cysts or Lipoma (e.g. less than 5mm) don’t usually need treatment, but can easily be removed by a minor surgical procedure. Larger ones tend to be removed because they are visible or because they have become inflamed. Both are treated by surgical excision, where a small surgical opening into the skin is made to remove the lesion. This is done under local anaesthetic by Dr. Karatzias and will require stitches which will need to be removed 7-10 days later.
Does the removal hurt?
It is carried out under local anaesthetic, so the area is fully numbed and you should feel pressure or movement rather than pain during the procedure. Afterwards any tenderness is usually mild and settles with simple pain relief over a few days.
How long does the procedure take and is it day-case?
For most small lesions it is a short, minor day-case procedure performed in the clinic — you are awake and able to go home the same day. The exact time depends on the size and location of the lump, which is assessed beforehand.
Will I be left with a scar?
Because the lesion is removed through a small incision, there is usually a fine scar along the line of the removal. Scars typically fade over the following months; their final appearance varies with the size and site of the lump and your own healing.
What is the recovery like and when can I get back to normal?
Recovery is generally quick. Most people return to everyday activities soon afterwards, keeping the wound clean and dry and avoiding heavy strain until it has healed. The stitches are removed 7–10 days later, and full aftercare guidance is given at the time.
Will it grow back after removal?
When a lipoma or cyst is fully excised it does not usually return in the same spot, though no surgery can rule this out completely and new lesions can occasionally form elsewhere. Removed tissue can be sent for examination where appropriate, and anything you are unsure about is best checked at a consultation.
How do I arrange a consultation?
You can book a consultation with Dr. Karatzias to have the lump assessed and discuss removal, in person in Cyprus. To arrange an appointment, call +357 22 275522 or book a consultation online.
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