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Is a palpable lump in the side a known symptom of colon cancer?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Maybe: If you have noted a lump that was not there before or has increased in size, get it properly evaluated. It may be colon cancer or any other intrabdominal or abdominal wall tumor or merely a hernia or abscess. In any case get it evaluated by an expert/specialist.
Answered 9/11/2012
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Not usually: It takes a large colon mass in a thin person to be felt through the abdominal muscles. More likely would be a hernia or benign fatty tumor. Recommend seeing your doctor for further evaluation.
Answered 10/21/2012
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