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I have a lump on my back on the left side is it a knot or a cyst?

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Dr. Valerie Cacho answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Pain: Dear TOsborn, Knots are often painful when you push on it. Cysts don't have pain unless they are infected. To know for sure a physical exam with a health care professional is recommended.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 5/22/2016

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A member asked:

I have a lump on my back on the left side is it a knot or a cyst?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Valerie Cacho answered

Dr Pizzo agreed

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