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What Could Be The Cause For Small Lump On Right Lower Rib?

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Posted on Fri, 10 Jan 2014
Question: I have a small lump on my right lower rib. it does not hurt. what could it be?
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Possibilities that may need to be considered - Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of the lump. Possibilities that may need to be considered include lipomas, cysts, growths from underlying connective tissue etc. I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected and FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) of lump under his/her guidance. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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What Could Be The Cause For Small Lump On Right Lower Rib?

Brief Answer: Possibilities that may need to be considered - Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of the lump. Possibilities that may need to be considered include lipomas, cysts, growths from underlying connective tissue etc. I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected and FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) of lump under his/her guidance. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care