HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Lump On The Broken Part Of The Rib?

I have broken/fractured the same rib 3 times in the last 7 months. I have noticed each time that there is a large
Lump where the beak is ANSI am concerned this is part of the rub sticking out. I am also concerned that this rib
is now weakened. What do you think ?
Tue, 3 Feb 2015
Report Abuse
Pathologist and Microbiologist,  's  Response
Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM!

If I were your treating Doctor for this case of large post-operative lump on the repeated fracture-site of the rib , I would consider three possibilities, these include:

1.     an organised or old hematoma due to blood/serous collection
2.     The second possibility is of a myositis ossificans-like pseudotumor condition!
3.     The last possibility is of some abscess or cancer deposits if any positive history is there!
     
Overall, its nature could be of various types and you could go for CT Scan/FNAC test for confirmation!

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing you good health.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Lump On The Broken Part Of The Rib?

Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM! If I were your treating Doctor for this case of large post-operative lump on the repeated fracture-site of the rib , I would consider three possibilities, these include: 1. an organised or old hematoma due to blood/serous collection 2. The second possibility is of a myositis ossificans-like pseudotumor condition! 3. The last possibility is of some abscess or cancer deposits if any positive history is there! Overall, its nature could be of various types and you could go for CT Scan/FNAC test for confirmation! Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.