Lump on my back

[LibbyR79]

I've just discovered a lump on the left side of my back, around the ribcage area. It is about the size of a 50p, quite round and smooth, I'd say v firm to touch, like you can't squash it, but I think you can move it slightly. Does it sounds Ike a lipoma or cyst, or are they soft? Please be honest. I don't want to waste a doctors time but also don't want to ignore it if it might be serious. Thanks for any thoughts.

I’ve got 3 lipomas. One is bigger and squashy, the one in my thigh is deeper and feels firmer. And the one on my back, at my ribs, is firmer. I can wiggle them, but they feel attached at the same time!

None of us here can tell you. Make an appointment and don't worry about wasting your GP's time - their job is to assess health conditions. You have a lump and need to know what it is / if it needs management - this is very much good use of a doctor's time.

Thank you both. I'll get it checked..