Hi I have a small lump almost like a little ball I can feel it when I stand it hurts if I press it its tender not sharp or shooting pains also its been here since last summer it hasnt bothered me except once in a while if I lay a certain way or touch it what might this be?
Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. It looks like a ganglion arising from the joint space of your spinal region.2. In this case one need to examine to help you in better way after Sean and palpating the area.3. These ganglia arise from joint space, tendon and nerves - usually painless and does not need any intervention unless it is symptomatic. 4. Investigations recommended in this case is an ultrasound of the region - that will evaluate the nature of the lump, its content, source and extensions. 5.MRI will be definitive. You initially get examine first and follow the physician. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query,anything to ask ? Do not hesitate to ask.http