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What Does A Lump Below The Sternum Indicate?
I have a bony protrusion below my sternum. it is approximately 1" in length and extends down toward stomach. It is connected to my sternum, but is flexible, almost like a cartilage. Possibly my xiphoid process? I don't really have pain there, but after I eat I feel full and/or bloated all of the time. I am also getting heartburn quite a bit, it doesnt seem to matter what i eat or drink. Thoughts?
Mon, 5 Mar 2018
Hello,
This is most probably xiphoid process , rather than lump. Burning issue seems to be gastritis or duodenitis with or without underlying ulcer condition.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
This is most probably xiphoid process , rather than lump. Burning issue seems to be gastritis or duodenitis with or without underlying ulcer condition.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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