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Solid Tumor

Solid tumor (pronunciation: /ˈsɒlɪd ˈtjuːmər/) is a term used to describe a type of cancer that originates from a specific type of tissue, excluding leukemia and lymphoma, which are cancers of the blood.

Etymology

The term "solid tumor" is derived from the Latin word "solidus", meaning firm or hard, and the Middle English word "tumour", which means swelling. It is used to differentiate these types of cancers from those that affect the blood and lymphatic system.

Definition

A solid tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue that usually does not contain cysts or liquid areas. Solid tumors can be benign (not cancerous), or malignant (cancerous). Different types of solid tumors are named for the type of cells that form them, such as a sarcoma, carcinoma, or lymphoma.

Related Terms

  • Carcinoma: A type of cancer that starts in cells that make up the skin or the tissue lining organs, such as the liver or kidneys.
  • Sarcoma: A type of malignant tumor that originates from connective tissue, such as bones, tendons, cartilage, muscle, and fat.
  • Lymphoma: A type of blood cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, a part of the body's immune system.
  • Benign tumor: A non-cancerous growth that does not spread to other parts of the body.
  • Malignant tumor: A cancerous growth that can spread to other parts of the body.

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