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Is it normal to have a hard bump below your sternum?

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Dr. Martin Bress answered

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Yes: The lowest part of the sternum is shaped like an arrowhead and is called the xiphoid process.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have a hard bump below your sternum?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Bress answered

Dr Wright agreed

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