Fibroma

usgb/faɪˈbrəʊmə/
noun

A type of non-cancerous tumor that grows from fibrous tissue, the tissue that forms tendons and ligaments.

The doctor confirmed it was a fibroma and not a cancerous growth.
Visual representation of "fibroma" - A type of non-cancerous tumor that grows from fibrous tissue, the tissue that forms tendons and ligaments.

Often appears as...

  • benign fibroma
  • soft fibroma

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Formal

Technical

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Medical Jargon

Used by healthcare professionals, may confuse non-medical audiences. Best used in clinical settings.

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The histology report labelled the lesion as a fibroma.
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Non-threatening

Implies that the tumor is benign and not cancerous, often reassuring to patients.

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Fortunately, the lump on her arm was diagnosed as a fibroma.
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Specific Condition

Refers to a type of tumor growing from fibrous tissue; don't use the term for other types of growths.

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After the MRI, the lump was identified as a fibroma, not a lipoma.
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