Question 1

squishy lumps on lower back, why?

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Simple vs serious: Our bodies always have things that grow and change. Skin, fat, muscle, lymph nodes,  bones, can change shape, get larger, more prominent due to many factors. The vast majority are not cancer but simply unusual growths like fatty tumors, cysts, skin tags, moles, etc.  Most cause no symptoms and can be watched.  If they cause symptoms or change colors, bleed, bruise or hurt, then see your doctor.

Question 2

what can cause a lump on my back?

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Lump: There are many causes--you should see your physician.  it could be a cyst, lipoma, or something more concerning.

Question 3

painful lumps at the back of my head?

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Nodes: Could be some adenopathy. Other possibilities are abscess or fungl infection of scalp.

Question 4

lower back lumps that are super painful?

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Infection?: Lumps that are painful could be bacterials infection. See doc for appropriate exam and prescription of oral antibiotics.Once i proved they need to be rechecked for any possible underlying issues.

Question 5

i have a lump in my back what could it be?

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Many possibilities: A "lump in my back" can be due to a number of things including a lipoma (fatty mass), sebaceous cyst, lymphoma, tumor (muscle, skin, or other tumor), keloid, bony prominence, or other causes.  See your doctor for a more definite diagnosis and possible treatment plan.

Question 6

what would cause lump on left side of back?

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Lump on: the back can be a lipoma or a cyst or any other tumor or a carbuncle

Question 7

what does a benign lump at the back look like?

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Benign lump: Any lump which growing has to be taken out

Question 8

lump on upper right back that has become painful?

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R/O Lipoma: R/O:Lipomas are benign freely movable fatty deposits . VS CYST VS INFECTION VS HEMATOMA. You need an exam, labs and ultrasound or MRI OF THE AREA.

Question 9

i have a lump at the back of my kneewhat would it be?

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Baker's cyst: A very common occurrence as part as knee problems is a Baker's cyst which is a fluid filled lesion that grows in the popliteal fossa or as you said back of the knee. It could be very painful especially if it breaks. If small you can treat it with warm compresses. If too big then should be evaluated for possible drainage. However, in order to have a definite diagnosis you should get seen.

Question 10

i have serval small lumps on my spine that move about ?

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Most likely lipomas: Lipomas are varying sized fatty benign tumors that are under the skin & mobile as well as being painless.  They are pretty common. These lumps could also be cysts.  If they are not painful & not growing in size, you can discuss them with your doctor at your next appointment or go earlier if they are enlarging or painful.  There are a list of other possibilities but they rank lower down on the list.

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