Although not dangerous, you need to be aware of the possibility of osteochondroma developing into a malignant tumor.

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Rarely, benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous ... affecting cartilage and osteomas affecting bone. A less likely ...

They can feel tender to the touch and can move around under the skin. Tumors can be either benign or malignant and are often made up of a solid area of tissue. They typically feel firm and hard.