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Why is there a soft bone sticking from the back of my neck? it seems to get bigger.

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Bones aren't soft: This is likely a soft tissue mass like a lipoma. See your primary care for an evaluation. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 2/1/2015

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