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Is it normal to have hard symmetrical bone like bumps in a few different spots the skull? some in the back of my skull and on the top above my temple

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Symmetrical: Bony bumps without symptoms may be normal anatomical landmarks palpated by an untrained hands. Suggest examination by your primary care provider

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 5/10/2018

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have hard symmetrical bone like bumps in a few different spots the skull? some in the back of my skull and on the top above my temple

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Beck agreed

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