Solid neoplasms are cancerous masses that can be benign, malignant, or pre-malignant. They can be caused by genetic mutations or overgrowth of normal tissue cells and can affect any part of the body. Treatment options include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
A solid neoplasm is a special type of cancer that can appear anywhere in the body. Unlike fluid-filled tumors, these types are solid masses and can be benign or malignant. A solid tumor is created by an abundance of tumor cells that overlap and do not die off as they should. Anyone at any age can be affected by a solid tumor.
Once a solid malignancy is found, further tests are needed before determining whether or not cancer is present. The discovery of this type of tumor does not necessarily reflect a malignant tumor, as many end up being diagnosed as benign tumors. A solid neoplasm that is neither benign nor malignant can be diagnosed as pre-malignant, meaning that the tumor can become cancerous if not properly and promptly treated. Such can also be referred to as carcinoma in situ, which means that the malignant tumor has not spread to other tissues or parts of the body.
There are several conditions that can cause the formation of a neoplasm. For some people, these cancers are hereditary and can be caused by a specific genetic mutation. In other people, a solid neoplasm may be caused by an overgrowth of cancerous cells or by neoplasm, which is the overgrowth of normal tissue cells.
The cells found in benign tumors are usually identical to other cells already in the body. These cells, however, turn out to be overabundant and serve no purpose that the body can benefit from. As they grow, these malignancies can intrude and affect other parts of the body and their necessary functions. Once discovered, doctors often recommend their removal to avoid their continued growth and possible disruption of nearby organs. Particularly within the brain, malignancies can cause destruction of important brain tissue.
Found in different parts of the body, including the brain and other internal organs, a biopsy and other medical tests are needed to help doctors determine the course of action in treating a malignancy. If it’s cancerous, it’s often treated with radiation or chemotherapy. Depending on its location, however, a solid tumor may also require surgical removal whether it is a malignant tumor or not, particularly if it threatens the functioning of nearby organs such as the brain or lungs.
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