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Benign means non cancerous, whereas malignant means it is cancerous. Benign tumors usually aren't as bad because they are easier to remove, not as likely to come back, and don't spread like malignant tumors do. However, they can be bad if they grow too big because they can press on other organs and restrict blood flow.
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Does The term benign means a tumor is malignant.?
no
What is a non benign tumor?
Its a malignant tumor.
Can a benign tumor spread to a lymph node?
A benign tumor does not spread. If a tumor spreads, it is malignant.
What type of tumor is more harmful- a benign or a malignant one and what is the difference?
A malignant tumor is cancerous and is likely to be more harmful than a benign tumor.
What is the worst malignant or benign cancer?
If you mean, "What is the worst : malignant or benign cancer?" the answer is Malignant. If a person has a tumor for instance, in the benign state it is virtually harmless, it means that the tumor would not be cancerous, but, when a tumor is malignant that means cancer has developed and is spreading to other parts/cells in the body.Hope that helps!
Fibromyxosarcoma is it benign or malignant?
it is a lowgrade malign tumor , even said a benign tumor. That was the answer i got from my doctor .
What is a mass of cells that can be malignant or benign?
It is called a tumor.
What is a tumor that doesnt matastasize called?
A benign tumor. Malignant tumors metastasize.
What is another word for tumor?
If it is not known whether a tumor is benign or malignant, it is sometimes referred to as as "mass".
Is intracystic papillary breast tumor considered cancer?
if it is malignant, it is, benign, no.
How serious is a 6cm mass in colon?
The size of the tumor is less important than whether or not it is benign or malignant. A 6cm tumor in the colon can cause obstruction however regardless of whether or not it is benign or malignant.
Is myosarcoma a benign tumor derived from muscle tissue?
No it is not. Myosarcoma is a malignant tumor derived from muscle tissue.
