Benign Tumor (Noun)
Meaning
A tumor that is not cancerous.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor reassured the patient that the growth on her skin was a benign tumor and could be easily removed.
- After conducting a biopsy, the pathologist confirmed that the lump in the patient's breast was a benign tumor.
- The surgeon explained to the patient that the benign tumor on her ovary was not life-threatening and could be treated with a simple procedure.
- The MRI scan revealed a benign tumor in the patient's brain, which was causing her headaches but was not cancerous.
- The patient was relieved to learn that the growth on her thyroid gland was a benign tumor and did not require aggressive treatment.