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I have been told i have a lipoma on my back rib at the time was soft since then has gotten bigger, painful and hard is this due to being on top of rib?
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Sebaceous cyst?: Could be a sebaceous cyst. Seek out a dermatologist in your area. These can be removed in the office with just local anesthetic (numbing medicine).
Answered 9/7/2017
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