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Meningiomas tumors does the lump show up on the outside of the skull? i have a lump on the back of my neck right where the skull and neck meet in the dip. on the left side. it's noticed by touch

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Inside only: Meningiomas are benign (non-cancerous) tumors of the meninges, the tissue that covers the brain. Meningiomas can only occur inside the skull. Whatever the cause of the lump you feel, it isn't a meningioma or any other kind of brain tumor. See your doctor if you remain concerned about it.

Answered 8/21/2020

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You don't have: Meningioma , a benign tumor is intra-cranial ( in side the skull ) originates from lining membrane of skull not brain itself so you can not feel it . What you are feeling is a fatty benign tumor - lipoma , common at that location , show to your doctor .

Answered 3/18/2019

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Response: What prompts concern of a meningioma. Bony lumps over the skull are normal. Might you benefit from visiting your doctor and getting your concerns addressed?

Answered 3/18/2019

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