causes for lumps on sternum
Hernias and xiphoid process disorders are the most common causes of sternum lumps. Any mass on the sternum need to be investigated medically as it could be a sign of a serious disease or infection. Symptoms of lump on, below and under sternum. The symptoms that will accompany a lump on or under sternum will depend on what is causing the lump. General ones include: pain in the chest or sternum; difficulty breathing; vomiting; nausea; fever; skin redness; tenderness or warmth on the affected region; swollen lymph nodes; See your doctor if such symptoms are to appear around the same time a sternal lump appears. Lump below sternum or in lower sternum; xiphoid process