A member asked:

Have been experiencing pain & have noticed a small bump near lower sternum & upper right rib.curious if this is costochondritis or something more.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Something else: Costochondritis is usually not associated with a palpable swelling. Could be some type of pulled muscle.

Answered 6/26/2017

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Evaluation: Hi, one would be curious what that bump is, is it Zoster, infection? You need to see a provider for evaluation. Best of luck.

Answered 1/3/2016

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