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My 5yr i old son has 2 red swollen bumps on his lower back..its as if his vertebrae have become inflamed. they are painful when touched. thanks.

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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Need to see a doctor: there is a lot of conditions that will cause that. I am concern about the location, and the fact they are red and painful. I strongly recommend that you take him to see a doctor.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 5/23/2015

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A member asked:

My 5yr i old son has 2 red swollen bumps on his lower back..its as if his vertebrae have become inflamed. they are painful when touched. thanks.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Dr Minich agreed

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