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I have a nickel sized lump located under the skin on the back of my head. when i press down on the lump it's painless and it is very bony.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Skull: This may simply be a normal protuberance of the skull bone or an exostosis. A physician would have to examine you to be sure.

Answered 6/5/2017

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Maybe normal anatomy: Without better localization, or a picture, we can't comment with greater accuracy . However, what you describe may be a normal anatomic feature. If any doubt, ask your doctor to check it.

Dr Pack and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I have a nickel sized lump located under the skin on the back of my head. when i press down on the lump it's painless and it is very bony.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Dr Pack and 3 doctors agreed

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