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A tumor is an abnormal growth of cells that can be either benign or malignant. Benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread, while malignant tumors are cancerous and can invade nearby tissues and spread through the body. A doctor determines if a tumor is benign or malignant through a biopsy where a sample of cells is analyzed under a microscope. Benign tumors need to be removed if causing damage, but generally do not threaten life. Malignant tumors can be life-threatening as they invade other tissues a
- Author
- John Carlo Suratos
- Language
- EN