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When i lay on my back there is a bulge above belly button centre of rib cage, afraid could this be terminal?

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No..but: this could be an umbilical hernia- call your docor and get it checked out.

Answered 8/13/2014

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Abdominal bump: Your correct. This bump is in all likelihood the TERMINAL end of the sternum or chest bone called the xiphoid process. You should have it examined to be sure.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not to Worry: Its the bottom of your sternum ("Breast plate") called the "Xyphoid Process" a piece of cartilage , thats all, perfectly benign. NOT to worry and don't poke at it..I know you are! It will just make it sore!

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