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I have recently found a large indentation in the back of my skull, which is about 3 inches long and about 2 inches deep. i'm concerned what it may be?

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Realize : It would be very unlikely to develop a defect of that size in your calvaria without a trauma or a very serious erosive cranial process going on. Are you sure it's not just your normal skull surface topography? Otherwise consider having it examined in person.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have recently found a large indentation in the back of my skull, which is about 3 inches long and about 2 inches deep. i'm concerned what it may be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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