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Pain in upper left rib cage. there is a semi hard lump, does not move. hurts when laying on right side or sitting weird.had it for about 3 or 4 years?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See your doctor: This is one of those problems where a visit to your doctor is necessary to figure out what's going on. Only after a thorough evaluation, including examination and possibly labs and other tests, can your doctor correctly diagnose you and treat you effectively.

Answered 4/13/2018

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A member asked:

Pain in upper left rib cage. there is a semi hard lump, does not move. hurts when laying on right side or sitting weird.had it for about 3 or 4 years?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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