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A lump about 2-3 fingers long, around 2-3 fingers down from the left collarbone. a slight ache when pressed hard. could it be a muscle strain?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Chest lumps: Painful lumps in the chest area without a history of trauma or infection is a cause for concern. You should be seen by an md

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 2/11/2017

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A member asked:

A lump about 2-3 fingers long, around 2-3 fingers down from the left collarbone. a slight ache when pressed hard. could it be a muscle strain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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