- Resources
Lumpectomy For Benign Spiculated Tumor
Benign ear cysts are noncancerous lumps or growths in the ear.
Alternative Names
Osteomas; Exostoses; Tumor - ear; Cysts - ear; Ear cysts; Ear tumors
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
They commonly occur:
- Behind the ear
- In the ear canal
- In the earlobe
- On the scalp
The exact cause is unknown, but cysts may occur when oils are...
Read moreMore information on "Lumpectomy For Benign Spiculated Tumor"
From Our Experts
Choosing Your Cancer Treatment: Lumpectomy and Radiation vs...
You would think that a woman would put up with a lot of inconvenience if it meant she could keep her breast, rather than have it surgically... Read more »
Deciding over Breast Cancer Treatments: Lumpectomy or Mastectomy
I had a flashback to one of the worst parts of cancer treatment recently. No, not the prolonged pain of raising my arm over my head for... Read more »
Breast Cancer Surgery FAQS: Lumpectomy
Q. I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, and my doctor recommends a lumpectomy. I know that’s surgery, but what kind of surgery? Is... Read more »
Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy: Only You Can Choose
Though a diagnosis of breast cancer–-any cancer–is shocking, you’ll find that you’re not allowed to remain immobilized by that... Read more »
From Our Sources
Lumpectomy
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A lumpectomy is a breast-conserving therapy in which there is surgical removal of a breast tumor with confirmed tumor-free margins.Delay in effective... Read more »
Treatment of Phyllodes Tumors of the Breast
Source: Breastcancer.org
Whether phyllodes tumors are benign, borderline, or malignant, the treatment is the same: surgery to remove the tumor, along with at least 1... Read more »
Benign
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The term "benign" refers to a condition, tumor, or growth that is NOT cancerous. This means that it does not spread to other parts of the body and it... Read more »
Image: Lumpectomy
Source: Breastcancer.org
Woman with lumpectomy. A dark area indicates tumor B light pink highlighted area indicates tissue removed at lumpectomy More on breast-conserving... Read more »
Lumpectomy
Source: Breastcancer.org
Lumpectomy is surgery in which only the tumor and some surrounding tissue is removed. On the following pages, you can learn more about lumpectomy... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
