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I have a walnut sized mass (painful when lying down) below my left ribs in front. should i be concerned? this has been constant for several months.

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See your primary: You should be checked by your primary provider. A persistent painful mass should be evaluated by a physician. It may or may not be serious, but definitely should be examined and evaluated.

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/11/2019

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