Question 1

hello, i am 18 years old and have small lump by rib cage, diagnosed with abdominal strain, is this correct or could it be something else? thanks.

Accepted Answer

See answer: The diagnosis is by examination and it could very well be correct. Another opinion can always be obtained but another doctor will have to examine u as well. Investigations may or may not be required.

Question 2

what is lump over right rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Without being able to see/examine the lump, of course, we can't make any kind of diagnosis.  One very commonly seen lump in the body is a lipoma, which is a benign fatty lesion.  If there is pain or discoloration or discharge or redness or any other concerning finding associated with the lump, please see a physician for further evaluation.

Question 3

a lump on my left side beneath my rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Let us see: Is this lump attached to skin? This is not a good sign.
Is this lump painful? Is there is any recent trauma to the area? Are this lump warm and the skin over it? If the answer to all the questions no? Most likely is benign lump. Check with your doc?

Question 4

how do i remove this lump in middle of rib cage?

Accepted Answer

See a physician: You should have this evaluated to decide if an excisional biopsy is needed.

Question 5

i have a painful lump below rib cage. in the center?

Accepted Answer

Zixphoid bone: Is central and can get traumatized and sore.
Or local hernia can occur there.

Question 6

what can cause a lump to form under the right rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: This problem mandates a real-time (face-to-face) meeting with a doctor.  A history has to be taken along with a examination as well as labs and other tests.  Only after all this will your doctor be in a position to tell you what's wrong and what needs to be done to help you.

Question 7

i have a lump just under the center of my rib cage. what is that?

Accepted Answer

Xiphisternum: Most likely lower end of sternum feels like a lump, and is called xiphisternum.

Question 8

who should i seek help from if i have a lump on my lower rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic surgeon: Rib problems are best treated by a thoracic surgeon.

Question 9

please help! i'm having painful hard lump below my rib cage on the left?

Accepted Answer

Painful hard lump: Dear riana, 

the possible causes of a 'painful hard lump' includes everything from an abcess (a boil) to sebaceous cyst to hematoma, and even benign lipomas, which can sometimes become uncomfortable. Fortunately for you, most physicians, including your pcp, will typically be able to quickly tell you what it is, and help treat you - if any treatment is actually necessary.  So go to your pcp asap.

Question 10

i have a lump on me left side rib cage and i can move it. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Bet lipoma: Most common would b a lipoma, not much else there. Skin, fat, muscle, bone & chest contents,  moveable soft tissue = lipoma. Benign.  If really concerned ur pcp should help u.

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Hello, i am 18 years old and have small lump by rib cage, diagnosed with abdominal strain, is this correct or could it be something else? thanks.

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What is lump over right rib cage?

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A lump on my left side beneath my rib cage?

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How do i remove this lump in middle of rib cage?

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I have a painful lump below rib cage. in the center?

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What can cause a lump to form under the right rib cage?

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I have a lump just under the center of my rib cage. what is that?

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Who should i seek help from if i have a lump on my lower rib cage?

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Please help! i'm having painful hard lump below my rib cage on the left?

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I have a lump on me left side rib cage and i can move it. what could it be?

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