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What do you suggest if my tailbone has a knot on it,what could it be?

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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Possibilities: This could be anything from lipoma to a tumor to a normal bony variant. See a physician for further evaluation, esp if there is significant pain or significant recent change in the appearance of the area.

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 8/16/2014

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