Benign Tumors

Benign Tumors

Benign tumors are non-cancerous growths in the body. Unlike malignant tumors, benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body and are usually not life-threatening.

Key characteristics of benign tumors include:

• They grow slowly and have distinct boundaries.
• They do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body (metastasize).
• They often remain localized to the area where they originated.
• They can sometimes cause problems if they press on vital organs or structures, but they are usually removed surgically if necessary.

It is important to monitor benign tumors regularly, as they can occasionally become malignant over time.