Bone cancer articles from across Nature Portfolio Bone cancer is characterized by uncontrolled growth of cells of the bone. Primary bone cancer (that arises directly in the bone), is relatively rare.

Bone is a mineralized connective tissue from which bones, the main component of the vertebrate skeleton, are formed. Bone tissue is composed of cells, namely osteoblasts, osteoclasts and ...

2. Carpal Boss A hard lump on your wrist that feels like bone may be a carpal boss. This is an overgrowth of the bone on the back of the hand. It's similar in appearance to a bone spur. A carpal boss ...