Question

What is a benign tumour?

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• A non-cancerous tumour that remains confined to its original site and does not spread to other parts of the body

• A tumour that always requires immediate surgical removal

• A tumour that exclusively affects blood-forming tissues

• A cancerous tumour that grows rapidly and invades surrounding tissues

Answer 1

A benign tumour is non-cancerous and characterised by remaining localised to its site of origin without spreading. While benign tumours typically grow slowly and have well-defined boundaries, they can still be harmful by creating pressure effects on surrounding structures, particularly if located in critical areas like the brain.