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Lumps and Bumps Surgery

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Lumps and bumps are areas of localised swelling that occur on or under the skin. They can be caused by injury, tumours, infection or trauma.  The common causes include acne, boils, skin rashes and skin cancers. Types of lumps and bumps include moles, warts, haematomas, lipomas, cysts, nodules, hemangiomas and papillomas.

How is Surgery Performed?

Your surgeon determines the type of surgery based on the diagnosis. When it is necessary to send a tissue sample to pathology, the lump is excised (cut out) under a local or general anaesthetic. The disadvantage of this method is that it often leaves a scar.

What to Expect During Surgery?

  • You will either have a local or general anaesthetic.
  • If using the excision method, your surgeon will choose the best possible location and technique to avoid scarring.
  • Hair may need to be shaved

What to Expect After Surgery?

  • If you had a local anaesthetic, you can usually go home the same day. A general anaesthetic may mean a hospital stay.
  • You may need painkillers for a few days after the procedure.
  • Driving may be temporarily
  • You may need to have stitches removed once the wound heals.
  • Avoid strenuous activity that may damage the wound site.

Possible Complications

Although uncommon, possible complications include:

  • Swelling or bruising.
  • Infection of the wound.
  • Numb patches of skin around the wound (usually temporary).
  • Sutures that fail to keep the wound closed.
  • Bleeding or weeping wound.