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Bro found hard lump on sternum 3 mnths ago below xiphoid. no pain and he feels well. lump changes shape daily. what could this be.could it be serious?
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Hard to say: It would probably be best if he was seen by his doctor just to make sure it's nothing.
Answered 3/12/2015
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