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What's this movable hard ball near my spine bottom back?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Lipoma: Most commonly these are lipomas, which are simply benign masses of fatty tissue. Very rarely do these cause any problems - in rare cases, there may be persistent surrounding inflammation which leads a patient to ask for removal of the lipoma. As with any lesion, if there is significant increase in size, or significant pain, redness, discoloration, or any other concerning sign, do see a physician.
Answered 4/12/2013
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The most common : Findings that can match this description are a simple cyst or a lipoma which are common fatty tumors that can be of varying sizes and feel mobile just under the skin.
Answered 1/5/2019
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See your doctor: A doctor would have to examine you to determine what the nodule is.
Answered 9/23/2018
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