Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Sternum

Posted on Tue, 21 Feb 2017

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Question : Hi! I have found a hard bony swelling at the end of my clavicle by my sternum!! It doesn't hurt or cause me any discomfort, so is it something I should be concerned with?!?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can be a sebaceous cyst.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A hard bony swelling at the end of clavicle can be a sebaceous cyst or a lipoma. A direct examination is necessary to find out the cause and to comment whether it is worrisome or not. it is best to get it examined and find out
I hope this answers your query.
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Wishing you good health.
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Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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