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I have marble sized hard lump that feels like bone in the centre of the back of my skull, in line with the top of my ears.it seams to be symmetrical.

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Boney prominence: It probably is the occiput, a boney prominence in the center, back part of your skull. Not likely of concern, but you should see your doctor to check it and make sure she/he does not suspect any other problem like a scalp lesion, cyst or boney growth.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/19/2016

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A member asked:

I have marble sized hard lump that feels like bone in the centre of the back of my skull, in line with the top of my ears.it seams to be symmetrical.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Culviner answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

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