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I have a rock solid lump on the back of my head above my neck. i have reason to believe it's what's called an external occipital protuberance. ?

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Dr. Maria Dumalaog answered

Lump: If that is what you have, you have always had it because a normal part of our head. Nothing to worry about. If this is new and you've never felt it before, have it checked out

Answered 12/15/2015

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A member asked:

I have a rock solid lump on the back of my head above my neck. i have reason to believe it's what's called an external occipital protuberance. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Maria Dumalaog answered

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