FALSE!! Any abnormal growth in the brain destroys brain tissue.
Yes, even a benign tumor or growth in the brain can cause damage because by pressing on healthy brain tissue.
The most frequent cause of oversecretion of human growth hormone is a benign tumor in the pituitary gland called pituitary adenoma. This tumor can lead to excessive production of growth hormone, resulting in a condition known as acromegaly.
No, a knock on the head does not directly cause a brain tumor. Brain tumors are typically caused by genetic mutations or abnormal cell growth in the brain. However, head injuries can increase the risk of developing certain types of brain tumors in some cases.
The terms "brain tumor" and "brain cancer" are related but not synonymous. Here's the key difference between the two: Brain Tumor: A brain tumor is a broad term that refers to an abnormal growth or mass of cells within the brain or the surrounding tissues. Brain tumors can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Benign brain tumors typically grow slowly and do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body. They can, however, cause symptoms if they press against surrounding structures. Malignant brain tumors, on the other hand, are considered brain cancer. They are aggressive, tend to invade nearby healthy brain tissue, and can potentially spread to other parts of the central nervous system. Malignant brain tumors are often referred to as primary brain cancer. Brain Cancer: Brain cancer specifically refers to malignant tumors that originate within the brain or central nervous system (CNS). These tumors are composed of cancerous cells that can grow rapidly and invade nearby brain tissue. Brain cancer is categorized into different types based on the specific cell types and tissues from which they arise. The most common primary brain cancers include gliomas (e.g., glioblastoma multiforme), meningiomas, and medulloblastomas, among others. Unlike benign brain tumors, brain cancer has the potential to metastasize (spread) within the CNS but rarely metastasizes outside the brain or spinal cord to other parts of the body. In summary, a brain tumor is a general term for any abnormal growth in the brain, which can be either benign or malignant. Brain cancer, on the other hand, specifically refers to malignant tumors that originate within the brain or CNS. It's important to note that the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for brain tumors and brain cancer can vary widely depending on factors such as tumor type, location, size, and stage. Treatment may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these approaches, and it should be determined in consultation with medical professionals.
A benign tumor is an abnormal mass of essentially normal cells that does not spread to other parts of the body.
It appears there may have been a spelling error. Did you mean "glioma"? If so, a glioma is a type of tumor that originates in the brain or spinal cord and arises from the supportive tissue of the brain. Gliomas can be benign or malignant, and treatment usually involves a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Yes, it is not life threatening but it can cause damage.
benign
A lesion that is dangerous or life-threatening.
meningioma
Benign tumors do not spread through the body and cause death on their own. They can, however, grow larger until the compress and interfere with some function of the body. So a slow growing benign brain tumor in a good location may not be a problem. If it is growing and pressing on some things it can be a problem. Location, location location.
Not necessarily. A lesion is any abnormality (lesion comes from a Latin word meaning "injury"), whereas a tumor is a specific type of abnormality (a growth).
benign tumor
A benign tumor does not spread. If a tumor spreads, it is malignant.
Tumor growth in brain will cause pressure/ damage to neighboring cells which may cause agonizing pain/paralyzing effect on any part of the body.
The most frequent cause of oversecretion of human growth hormone is a benign tumor in the pituitary gland called pituitary adenoma. This tumor can lead to excessive production of growth hormone, resulting in a condition known as acromegaly.
It depends on what type of tumor it is. Some common tumors are left alone because the risks of surgery would be greater than leaving the tumor there. Most tumors are benign and cause few problems. Malignancies would have to be removed.
There are many conditions that can cause a benign breast tumor, including cysts, fat necrosis, fibroadenoma, intraductal pappilloma, infections and others. All lumps should be check out by a physician but 80% turn out to be benign.