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A member asked:

Should i be concerned? when applying lotion to my chest or doing anything to put traction on the skin, soft ropes and lumps come up briefly. no pain.

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Dr. Steven Watry answered

Specializes in General Practice

No worry: Likely muscle spasm. If they are painful, or cause other problems, pls see your dr. Best wishes.. Dr Steve

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/11/2015

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