 A lipoma is a non-cancerous, fatty lump that usually shows no symptoms but is painful or growing. Surgical excision may be required. During the procedure, the site is disinfected and local anesthesia is administered. The doctor makes an incision at the site and removes the lipoma from the underlying tissue which is sent to the laboratory for a biopsy. The site is disinfected again, sutured and finally covered with a waterproof dressing. This is an invasive procedure and takes about 15 minutes. Post procedure, the site has to be kept dry. You may sponge bath and must wear loose clothings. In case, soakage or bleeding is observed, contact your doctor immediately. Post the procedure, biopsy reports are issued after a week but you must come back to the OPD after a week for dressing and suture removal.