A member asked:

Why is my tail bone curved and feel like there's a bump? no injury. it hurts to sit on it. i lost fifteen pounds months ago.

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Dr. Behnam Myers answered

Tailbone. : Please see a specialist. You need advanced imaging including, x-rays and possibly and mri. Weight loss and changes in the bony structure of a persons body should be evaluated in person by a physician.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 9/29/2017

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A member asked:

Why is my tail bone curved and feel like there's a bump? no injury. it hurts to sit on it. i lost fifteen pounds months ago.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Behnam Myers answered

Dr Michalski agreed

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