Is it normal to have a bone protrusion on the top of the head?
Having a bump on the top of the head is not normal, and most often it is due to osteoma. Most of these osteomas are benign tumors, usually painless and without special symptoms. However, if the growth is rapid, with tenderness and redness, it is recommended to consult a doctor promptly. Surgical removal of the tumor may be necessary if deemed necessary.
Osteoma, a term used in traditional Chinese medicine, refers to a tumorous condition characterized by a hard, immobile mass attached to the bone. Osteoma is a benign bone tumor that commonly affects young people. Over 95% of osteomas occur in the skull and nasal sinuses. When osteoma occurs on the outer layer of the skull, it presents as a hard, painless bump. If it occurs on the inner layer of the skull or in the nasal sinuses, it may cause corresponding compression symptoms such as dizziness and headache. Osteoma rarely becomes malignant. It is equivalent to benign and malignant bone tumors in Western medicine.
