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What does having a front left 2 cm paraspinal mass mean exactly and should i worry about this? i've had copd for years now.

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Dr. Christiaan Maurer answered

I am concerned: I am concerned about a malignancy (cancer). You need to have this biopsied.

Dr Clifford agreed

Answered 10/29/2012

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Dr. Dennis Clifford answered

Seek help: Any mass requires medical investigation to determine its cause.

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A member asked:

What does having a front left 2 cm paraspinal mass mean exactly and should i worry about this? i've had copd for years now.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Christiaan Maurer answered

Dr Clifford agreed

Dr. Dennis Clifford answered

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