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Are there any lymph nodes on the actual costal cartilage of the ribs near the xiphoid process? felt a few lumps together when showering, seem moveable
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Lumps: No lymph nodes would be there. These lumps are probably small inclusion cysts or tiny lipomas(fatty growths). However a physician or dermatologist would have to inspect these in order to make a diagnosis and also inform you whether removal is advisable.
Answered 2/25/2019
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