A member asked:

Can you tell me about connection to cancer and tumors.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

A tumor : ..Is just another word for a lump. Tumors can be benign or malignant. Malignant tumors are also called cancer. By the way, certain benign tumors have the potential to become malignant but not all.

Answered 1/13/2014

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