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22 son did chest weights and a orange size lump formed over sternum. what is this and what to do? he feels fine otherwise.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lump: The lump may have been caused by trauma to the sternum. An xray may be needed for verigicstion.

Answered 9/28/2016

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