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I have has this lump on my left side of my back right below my ribs it doesn't hurt had it for a few years what is it?
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It could be one of : Possiblilties. The most common is a simple fatty tumor known as a lipoma. These tend to be soft and mobile. They can also grow. You could have a scoliosis or other spinal deformity presenting like this as well. If it is changing in size, have it evaluated.
Answered 2/24/2018
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