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Is there a lymph node to the right of my tailbone? i have a rather hard lump, that is painless, no other symptoms, after going camping a week ago.

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Dr. Kathryn Ko answered

No: lymph nodes when they become noticeable are usually slightly tender.

Answered 8/7/2014

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Dr. Warren Strudwick answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Not a lymph node: Their are generally no major lymph nodes in the area you describe. See your primarily care doctor for a possible referral to a dermatologist

Answered 3/6/2018

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A member asked:

Is there a lymph node to the right of my tailbone? i have a rather hard lump, that is painless, no other symptoms, after going camping a week ago.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kathryn Ko answered

Dr. Warren Strudwick answered

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