PET scans can light up tumors in the body and help doctors determine if they are cancerous or benign (noncancerous). The results of a PET scan help guide medical decisions. A PET scan is a type of ...

Benign mimics present either as common challenges in daily routine practice or may cause diagnostic dilemmas because some are less commonly seen and one may be less familiar in recognizing them. There ...

Benign multiple sclerosis (MS) refers to a type of MS where someone has MS for over 15 years without developing severe disability. However, benign MS may change to a progressive form of MS. Multiple ...

Doctors may use radiation therapy to treat benign tumors. Radiation can shrink and eliminate benign growths without doctors having to perform surgery. Benign tumors are noncancerous growths that can ...

Benign moles are noncancerous skin growths. They are typically symmetrical with a rounded shape and a smooth edge. A mole is a small collection of skin cells. It’s also known as a nevus (the plural is ...

Cysts and other noncancerous growths that are commonly found during screening mammograms are associated with breast cancer risk, a new study found. Even though many women with abnormal screening ...

The prostate is a male gland. It surrounds the urethra (urinary channel) that connects to the bladder. During a male’s fertile years, the prostate gland makes fluid that comes out during ejaculation.

Benign lichenoid keratosis — or lichen planus — is a noncancerous health condition that can affect your mucous membranes, hair, skin, and nails. Read on to discover what you need to know about ...

The morphologic features of the breast undergo substantial change between early adolescence and menopause. 5 The spectrum of normal histologic features ranges from a predominance of ducts, lobules, ...