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I feel a hard bony spot on the edge of my rib cage on my side near my back. i don't feel it on my left. is it something i should get checked out?

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Dr. Michael Fedak answered

Check it out: If you have had an injury there in the past it may be calcification or scar tissue. Otherwise, you probably should have it checked out by your doctor.

Answered 5/2/2014

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A member asked:

I feel a hard bony spot on the edge of my rib cage on my side near my back. i don't feel it on my left. is it something i should get checked out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Fedak answered

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