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Had an ultrasound on an abdominal lump recently but don't know results yet. could it be cancer?
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Depends: There are many factors that determine what an abdominal lump means. It really depends on location, and other signs and symptosms. You really need to discuss it further with your physician.
Answered 1/2/2013
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