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I have a lump in my chest i have had it for about 2 years it haves grown heaps over about 3months i gets sharp pains in it what could it be?
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A lot of things: Lumps can be benign ranging from fatty tumors called lipomas to something more serious including malignant tumors (cancer). Until it is removed and examined with a microscope, it is unlikely to provide a definite answer. Please see your doctor.
Answered 6/26/2017
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