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Am 19, my upper back hurts everyday, i crack it alot, i have this lump on the back of my next, like a hunch it could be genetic, is this causing pain?

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Dr. Walter Husar answered

Describing normal: Usually c-7 vertebral spinous process juts out and appear to have a bump. I believe you have cervical muscle spasm, suggest that you have it checked out by your doctor.

Answered 3/30/2014

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

See doctor: For an evaluation of the lump. Back could be tight muscles.You can try stretching heat and ice and have your doctor evaluate your back pain too.

Answered 3/30/2014

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A member asked:

Am 19, my upper back hurts everyday, i crack it alot, i have this lump on the back of my next, like a hunch it could be genetic, is this causing pain?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Walter Husar answered

Dr. Diane Minich answered

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