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Small, hard lump on chest, stings when i put pressure on it.

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Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

Family practice : It is probably an infected hair follicle or clogged pore. If it persists get it checked out. Possibly in need for antibiotics.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 3/24/2013

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