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Benigno

Definición:

El término "benigno" se refiere a una afección, tumor o masa que no es cancerosa, lo cual significa que no se disemina a otras partes del cuerpo, ni invade ni destruye tejido cercano. Los tumores benignos generalmente crecen en forma lenta.

En general, un tumor o afección benigna no es dañina. Sin embargo, éste no siempre es el caso. Si un tumor benigno es lo suficientemente grande, su tamaño y peso pueden ejercer presión sobre los vasos sanguíneos, nervios u órganos cercanos, o de otro modo causar problemas.

Lo opuesto de benigno es maligno .

Tumor benigno de la piel

Tumor benigno de la piel

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