Ok so let’s talk about something that I haven’t ever really talked to anyone about other than my husband, my sister and a few friends. I have this bump on my forehead since as far back as 2005 that I refer to as the elephant in my room. It’s been ten years since I remember first finding this thing. It’s been growing ever since slowly but surely. My sister calls me unicorn, because sisters can be mean but they joke lovingly, right? So anywho, it’s an osteoma. So what da heck is that? An Osteoma is a piece of bone usually growing on another piece of bone, typically the skull. It is a benign tumor. The reason why I decided to address this elephant in my room is because I am finding more and more people are staring at it. I don’t feel bad, or sad, but i’m beginning to be super conscious about it. In order to calm peoples curiosity, I wanted to come out the closet and say, My name is Janeth and I have an osteoma on my motha freaking forehead!
It’s not like it’s the size of a lime, it’s maybe the size of a small pea but its beginning to protrude more and I know if it’s grown this much in 10 years, it will continue to grow.
I’ve researched having it removed and been told the scar that i’d have after would be worse than what it looks like right now. I’ve tried bangs but can’t stand hair in my face. So I’m just accepting that it is there and letting ya’ll know, not to worry. It’s just an osteoma. Initially I thought oh my God I have a freaking tumor on my head but i’ve had the scans and xrays and they say it’s fine. So it will just stay in it’s little place. If you google osteoma surgery removal, man it is rough and not something I’d take lightly. Yes we’re all a little vain and want to look good but whatever B… It’s just another flaw of many.
Hi Janet, My name is Nisha, just happened to read your blog, I have exactly the same bump on my forehead. had tests done and doctors said nothing to worry about, it’s osteoma,I started noticing it 10 years a ago,it didn’t bother me, but now people started noticing it… so now it’s worrying me.. yes it’s growing. Have you done anything about your? Or looked at removal options? Your thoughts please.
Regards
Nisha
Hi Nisha, I know it can be difficult to deal with people’s stares. I have yet to remove my bump. I sometimes cover it with bangs, but I don’t really like bangs lol. So I just deal with it and don’t think too much about it. Almost weekly, I notice someone staring at it, but I don’t let it get to me much anymore. Life has so many other things that are more important. But perhaps, if it grows more, in the future, I will remove it. If you go down that path, make sure you research doctors and find the right fit for you. Let me know what you decide.
Don’t let it define you, I am sure you are beautiful nonetheless.
Hi there I have same bump on my forehead and yes it’s so annoying when people stares at you
Yes it is, it doesn’t bother me that much anymore though. You’re beautiful no matter what!
Hi Friends,
I first noticed my little companion when I was about 14 years old and in Jr. High. It was small and rarely noticed by people other than a few cruel classmates. I really didn’t pay that much attention to it unless it was pointed out to me. One thing I just became aware of as I was writing this is that my parents never mentioned it. My Dad was an old time Army surgeon and my mom was an RN. I’m sure they knew it was harmless and felt it was better not to magnify it’s importance. Over the years it slowly grew in size and now, at 70 years old, it is 2 CM wide, .78″ wide. I have never tried to hide it with bangs and wear my waist length hair with a natural part. This past year I wanted a little change and snipped a bit of fringe to add a little softness to my look. I am very fortunate in that my osteoma is in the exact center of my forehead, perfectly round and doesn’t stick out too much although it is quite noticeable. I have never thought of having it removed, it is part of who I am.
Hi had mine removed through the hairline, easiest surgery ever and no scar
What doctor did you go to? I can’t wait to have mine removed, this is the year