Can This Bump On The Top Of My Head Be Removed?

Q: Dr. Eppley, On the top of my head I have a bump that I would really like to be removed if possible. Not sure what it is.

A:This is a classic skull osteoma which are benign bony growths on the outer surface of the skull. This can be removed through a very small overlying scalp incision. I have yet to see one recur after removal.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon