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My son has some flat hard swelling on his right upper ribs it doesn't move or hurt. what is it ?
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More information: Your description is insufficient to provide an answer. An examination by his pediatrician will easily settle what it is. Please arrange for a visit to his doctor.
Answered 11/22/2012
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