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I have a smal bump in lower back right above my butt - on the left, an inch or so away from my spinal cord. what could this be?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Sound like: you might have a PILONIDAL cyst! Have it checked out by your Primary Care Provider This is from your rectal/anal area NOT your Spinal cord! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 3/11/2017

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A member asked:

I have a smal bump in lower back right above my butt - on the left, an inch or so away from my spinal cord. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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