Do Osteomas Grow

Osteoma is a benign, slow growing bone forming tumor that consists primarily of well-differentiated mature, compact or cancellous bone.

Can osteoma become cancerous?

An osteoid osteoma is a type of bone tumor. It isn’t cancer (benign). It remains in the same place it starts. It won’t spread to other bones or parts of your body.

Can an osteoma move?

While one can move or slide the skin and tissue over the bump, the osteoma itself cannot be moved or shifted. Osteomas usually develop slowly over time, and most commonly present in a person’s 20-40s. While they are most frequently solitary, it is not unusual for a patient to present with multiple osteomas.