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Lump on lower right side of my back, it is very painful. and u can not touch it.

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Dr. Umer Malik answered

.: You cannot touch it because its painful. Seems to be as it is an abscess. Based on its size and severity, you need to see a doctor and get it worked up.

Answered 9/9/2014

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A member asked:

Lump on lower right side of my back, it is very painful. and u can not touch it.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Umer Malik answered

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