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What is the bump between my back dimples?

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BeckieBrown1984Jul 21, 2014
Between my back dimples I have a swelling/bump its painless but I do occasionally suffer with low back pain and sciatica. It seems to have got slightly bigger over the years. Also it might be worth mentioning that I have a tattoo there that I have been having laser sessions on. Please note although it swells more after laser sessions it does not go away even after very long breaks in between treatments.

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Answered on Jul 24, 2014
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