Scalp tumours can be skin cancers, benign growths, or occasionally other tumour types. Because the scalp is usually covered by hair, changes here often go unnoticed longer than they would elsewhere on the body.
Signs Worth Getting Checked
Should You Be Worried?
Benign scalp cysts and growths are common and usually stay a stable size for years. A lump that's changed size, bled, or appeared within just weeks to months deserves a proper look rather than being left under your hair.
What Raises Your Risk
Cumulative sun exposure over the years, fair skin, prior radiation exposure, and age are the main contributing factors.
How It's Diagnosed
Examination of the lump and surrounding scalp.
Biopsy to confirm whether it's benign or malignant.
Imaging, in select cases, to check how deep the growth extends.
How It's Treated
- Surgical removal with margins appropriate to the tumour type.
- Reconstruction, such as a scalp flap or graft, planned in when the defect is larger.
- Coordinated care with dermatology when relevant to the diagnosis.
- Radiation considered for select advanced cases.
Why patients choose Dr. Vidita Powle Danait
Fellowship-trained in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology with reconstructive expertise for scalp defects, 19+ years and 3,000+ surgeries. Consultations in Pune and Mumbai.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, most are benign cysts or growths. A lump that's changed size, bled or grown quickly is what warrants evaluation.
Yes, hair loss localised over a specific growth, rather than general thinning, is a sign worth checking.
Through a physical examination and a biopsy, sometimes followed by imaging to assess depth.
It depends on the size of the area removed. Larger defects are reconstructed with a flap or graft as part of the same surgical plan.
Yes, you can book a consultation directly for a scalp lump or growth.
Book Your Scalp Tumour Consultation in Pune
A scalp lump or sore that's changed deserves a real diagnosis, not more waiting under your hair. Dr. Vidita Powle Danait provides expert scalp tumour diagnosis and treatment in Pune.