The procedure involves making a small incision in the skin and removing the growth. The wound is then closed with sutures or stitches, which will be removed after a week or two. Local anaesthesia is used to minimise discomfort during the procedure.

The benefits of surgical excision of lumps, lipomas, and cysts include the removal of unsightly skin growths, relief from any pain or discomfort caused by the growth, and a reduced risk of developing further complications.

Skin will take 1-2 weeks to heal following surgical excisions.

Recurrence after removal is not common, but sometimes the patient will require reexcision.

This procedure is very tolerable as our doctors use local anesthesia injections to minimise any discomfort.

-Bleeding in rare cases

-Bruising and Swelling

-Redness in the treated area is temporary and lasts for typically for 2-4 weeks following the treatment but could last longer.

-Darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation) rarely occurs in the treated areas and will usually fade within 1 to 6 months. This reaction is more common when treated areas are exposed to the sun.

-Hypopigmentation or light spots can appear as a delayed response to treatment. Pale areas can darken or re-pigment in several months, but it could be permanent. It is extremely important to protect the treated area from sun exposure with a hat and sunscreen for 6 weeks after treatment and carefully adhere to all post-treatment instructions.

-Infection

-Scarring

-Dependant on the pathology and depth of any given lesion, your doctor may require one to two sessions to achieve complete clearance

For surgical repair please consult the doctor.