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In the middle of my spine it hurts.it feels like a bruise but i know i haven't hurt myself.it's been like that for over 1month. what could it b? thx

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: There are a number of possibilities. If it seems superficial and tender it could be a trigger point, which is felt to be an inflammatory condition or it could be a sebaceous or inclusion cyst; if it seems deeper, it could be a disc problem in your back. I would not hesitate to be seen if it does not improve.

Answered 7/13/2018

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