Question 1

i can feel a lump about the size of a quarter below my xiphoid process. there's no pain and i have no other symptoms. should i be concerned seriously ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Since you are writing in you are concerned.
 Could be a lipoma, hernia, skin carbuncle. 
See a doctor for exam- need to feel the lump and possibly get imaging test.

Question 2

i have a lump a little to the right of my xiphoid process. its painful and tender to touch. i got an x-ray and said it came back clear. does that mean its not the xiphoid cartilage causing issues? what else could a lump around that area mean?

Accepted Answer

: Tender to touch and negative XRay, may suggest a cutaneous or subcutaneous inflammation-  Boil, Pimple or Lipoma -( fatty tissue ). The Dermatologist might help if warm compress massage fails to provide relief.

Question 3

are there any lymph nodes on the actual costal cartilage of the ribs near the xiphoid process? felt a few lumps together when showering, seem moveable

Accepted Answer

Lumps: No lymph nodes would be there. These lumps are probably small inclusion cysts or tiny lipomas(fatty growths). However a physician or dermatologist would have to inspect these in order to make a diagnosis and also inform you whether removal is advisable.

Question 4

how do you differentiate the painless, central small lump, just under the sternum as xiphoid process or epigastric hernia?

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Hernia or not?: Biggest way to differentiate is does this area change with flexion of the abdominal muscles.  i.e. lay flat and lift the feet up off the bed (a leg lift).  Does the lump come out?  If it does, it is a hernia.  How about squat down and lift something. Same rule applies.  Now, without a large lump it does not necessarily mean no hernia, but if it does, that is the answer.

Question 5

hi...have lump & some discomfort in epigastric area - below sternum/xiphoid process region.  ultra sound normal, xray finding of soft tissue swelling.

Accepted Answer

Soft tissue swelling: means exactly that, swelling.  If they were specifically looking for a hernia and could not see it on ultrasound, most likely it is not a hernia.  You should see a surgical specialist just to be sure.

Question 6

how would i know if i had xiphoid process? serious? im 19? i have like a bump kinda between breast area. if i stretch breast up not visible then.

Accepted Answer

Normal: You have a xiphoid process. All humans do; it's a normal part of the sternum (breastbone). Some can feel it, some can't. It doesn't matter -- not a health issue.

Question 7

what is causing pain around my xiphoid process?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You need to describe the pain better. This could be due to muscular or skeletal issues, gi, lung, or cardiac problems. A simple examination or radiology studies could give useful information. Talk to your doctor.

Question 8

i'm having pain behind my xiphoid process.it radiates to my shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain?: Your xyphoid process is under your sternum and in the middle of your chest, so radiaition to your shuolder could be simple heart burn or could be cardiac related.  See your dr. To get an evaluation and a proper diagnosis for any necessary treatment (and to assure it is not your heart).

Question 9

help please? how hard is it to break your xiphoid process bone?

Accepted Answer

Hard: You would require asharp blow to the lower chest an fracture a small thin bone held by ligaments. Its more likely to bend and strain the ligaments then to fracture

Question 10

y ismy xiphoid process longer than normal and so tender to touch?

Accepted Answer

See below: Xiphoidalgia (xiphoidynia) is a relatively rare syndrome that is characterized by localized discomfort and tenderness over the xiphoid process of the sternum. Symptoms are often aggravated by eating a heavy meal or bending or twisting movements; they may also be associated with heavy work or a cough. Analgesics or a local injection may help.

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I can feel a lump about the size of a quarter below my xiphoid process. there's no pain and i have no other symptoms. should i be concerned seriously ?

A member asked:

I have a lump a little to the right of my xiphoid process. its painful and tender to touch. i got an x-ray and said it came back clear. does that mean its not the xiphoid cartilage causing issues? what else could a lump around that area mean?

A member asked:

Are there any lymph nodes on the actual costal cartilage of the ribs near the xiphoid process? felt a few lumps together when showering, seem moveable

A member asked:

How do you differentiate the painless, central small lump, just under the sternum as xiphoid process or epigastric hernia?

A member asked:

Hi...have lump & some discomfort in epigastric area - below sternum/xiphoid process region. ultra sound normal, xray finding of soft tissue swelling.

A member asked:

How would i know if i had xiphoid process? serious? im 19? i have like a bump kinda between breast area. if i stretch breast up not visible then.

A member asked:

What is causing pain around my xiphoid process?

A member asked:

I'm having pain behind my xiphoid process.it radiates to my shoulder?

A member asked:

Help please? how hard is it to break your xiphoid process bone?

A member asked:

Y ismy xiphoid process longer than normal and so tender to touch?

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