Papilloma

usgb/ˌpæpɪˈləʊmə/
noun

A type of non-cancerous tumor that grows from the surface of the skin or the lining of organs.

The doctor discovered a tiny papilloma on the patient's vocal cords during the examination.
Visual representation of "papilloma" - A type of non-cancerous tumor that grows from the surface of the skin or the lining of organs.

Often appears as...

  • squamous cell papilloma
  • flat papilloma

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Non-Cancerous Nature

Understand that 'papilloma' refers to benign tumors, not malignant cancers.

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Luckily, the biopsy confirmed that the growth was a papilloma, not cancer.
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Medical Context

Use 'papilloma' mainly in medical or scientific discussions about health conditions.

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The vet explained that the wart on the dog's leg was actually a papilloma.
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Specific Locations

Remember, 'papilloma' can form on skin or organ linings, specifics might be important.

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A papilloma on the cervix can be detected during a regular medical check-up.
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