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How do you tell the difference between a buffalo hump and hypertonic neck muscles because protecting something?
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Fat vs muscle: A buffalo hump is due to excess fat tissue above the upper spine. Fat feels completely different than muscle and should be easy to tell the difference. A buffalo hump is seen in people who are significantly overweight. It can also be associated with excess cortisol (cushings syndrome).
Answered 11/6/2013
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