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Bony like lump on scalp.
I have a bony like growth at the side of my head on scalp.When I touch it feels like bone but little bit raised I have it from past 8-10 months and its not painful and it cannot be visibly seen but can only be felt.Can it be anything serious?
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X ray scalp advisable.
Osteoma is not harm full benign.
No medicine for this
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A small, hard, bony-feeling swelling on the scalp that has been present for 8–10 months without pain, change in size, redness, or other symptoms is most commonly benign and not serious. In many cases, such lumps are due to conditions like a small osteoma (benign bony growth), a calcified cyst, or a benign scalp cyst that becomes firm over time. These types of swellings usually grow very slowly or remain stable for years and often do not require treatment if they are not causing discomfort.
The reassuring points in your case are that the swelling is not painful, has not rapidly increased in size, and is not associated with skin changes, fever, or neurological symptoms. However, since it feels bony and has persisted for several months, the best way to confirm the diagnosis is with a simple clinical examination and, if needed, an ultrasound or X-ray/CT scan of the skull. These tests can easily determine whether it is a harmless bony prominence or another benign scalp lesion.
In most cases like this, no treatment is required, and removal is considered only if the swelling increases in size, becomes painful, or causes cosmetic concern. If you notice rapid growth, tenderness, redness, headache, or neurological symptoms, then you should seek medical evaluation promptly. Otherwise, it is very likely to be a benign, stable finding.
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Get a plain X ray for your skull to check and have the report for the x ray.
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It may be a normal anatomical variant or any benign conditions like osteoma.It can be anything since you didn’t provide any image to examine.But one thing clearly says that it definitely not malignant since its been there for 8-10 months and not painful.
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It is good to visit nearby doctor for complete examination and for taking investigations like x-ray skull or ultrasound of skull.
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Avoid pressing,monitor for increase in size,pain development,loss of weight or apetite.If this happens immediately visit a surgeon without fail.Contact me any time on Practo for further consultation
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Please consult a surgeon physically.
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No , it cannot be serious.please consult with neurosurgeon physically in your area.
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A small, hard, bony-feeling swelling on the scalp that has been present for 8–10 months without pain or increase in size is most commonly benign. The frequent possibilities include:
• Osteoma – a harmless bony growth arising from the skull bone.
• Sebaceous Cyst – a cyst under the scalp that can sometimes feel firm.
• Lipoma – a benign fatty lump (usually softer but sometimes feels firm).
Since your swelling has not grown, is not painful, and is not visible, it is unlikely to be something dangerous.
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• Get a physical examination by a doctor, preferably a **Dermatology or General Surgery specialist.
• If needed, the doctor may suggest an Ultrasound Scan of the scalp to confirm whether it is from bone or soft tissue.
• Treatment is usually not required unless the lump increases in size, becomes painful, or causes cosmetic concern.
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• Do not press or repeatedly manipulate the lump, as this can cause irritation.
• Monitor for warning signs such as rapid growth, pain, redness, or neurological symptoms.
• Taking a photo or measuring the size every few months can help track if it changes.
If you want, you can also book a quick online consultation and share more details about the exact location and size, and I can help you decide whether this needs further tests or simple observation.
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Get ct scan done and have a follow up
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Dr. Jyoti Singh
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8 yrs exp
Meerut
A painless, hard scalp lump for many months is usually benign, often a Osteoma or normal bone variation.
If concerned, get a skull X-ray for confirmation.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Do consult
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