Rare Endocrine and Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are heterogeneous tumors originating from several endocrine glands, including adrenal, pituitary, thyroid and parathyroid, or from neuroendocrine ...
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Cysts and tumors are both types of lumps commonly found in the body. While some cysts can lead to cancer, these are typically benign. Tumors, however, can be either benign or malignant.
The word tumor is an umbrella term for a cancerous mass, which means an uncontrolled replication or growth of cells, says Dr. Joseph Tsang, D.V.M. and senior veterinarian at Small Door Veterinary.
Spinal tumors in children are very rare. They can be malignant (cancerous) or benign (non cancerous). As spine tumors grow, they can put pressure on the spinal cord, resulting in neurologic symptoms.