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I recently discovered a hard pea sized lump in the left hand side of my upper back. the lump is slightly raised & hard to touch. should i see my doc?

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Yes: Any changes in the skin should initiate a visit to the doctor

Answered 1/25/2017

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Pea sized lump: All new lumps should be evaluated may be a cyst , a fibroma or other lesion. Would have a doctor/ dermatologist check it out over the next week.

Answered 7/18/2018

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Best to see a doctor: It is best to see a doctor and get it biopsied or excised if necessary.

Answered 1/25/2017

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