Hey, I noticed this hard lump on my right rib cage. It doesn't hurt when I touch it, and it stays in place, feeling just like bone. But sometimes it hurts a little on its own, and I've got this pain around my right shoulder blade too. Any idea what this could be?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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The bony lump on your right rib cage, which is hard, non-mobile, and occasionally painful, along with referred pain to the right shoulder blade, may indicate a benign bone growth or lesion, such as an osteochondroma, costal exostosis, or a bone spur, but a thorough medical evaluation, including imaging tests like X-rays or a CT scan, is necessary to determine the exact cause and appropriate course of action.

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Possible Causes
a. Benign bone growths (e.g., osteochondroma)
b. Rib fracture or injury
c. Soft tissue mass (e.g., lipoma)
Recommended Actions
a. Schedule an appointment with a healthcare provider for evaluation.
b. Consider imaging tests (e.g., X-ray, MRI) for accurate diagnosis.
Pain Management
a. Use over-the-counter pain relief (e.g., ibuprofen) if needed.
b. Apply a warm compress to the affected area for comfort.
When to Seek Immediate Care
a. If the lump grows rapidly or changes in texture.
b. If you experience severe pain or difficulty breathing.

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