Benign Tumor

Benign tumor = abnormal cell proliferation with expansive growth; balloon-like slow enlargement; compresses but doesn't invade adjacent tissue; spherical/nodular; encapsulated → clear border; mobile on palpation; easy complete surgical excision; no metastasis; rare recurrence.

Common Symptoms

Lower-abdominal mass; upper-abdominal mass

Causes and Pathogenesis

Etiology unclear; smooth-muscle cell mutation + hormone/growth-factor interaction; genetic factors.

Treatment

Surgery, conservative therapy

Preventive Measures

(1) Anti-tumor foods: sea cucumber, mushroom, tremella, kiwi, Job's tears, water caltrop, animal pancreas/liver/kidney/spleen, marine fish. (2) Moderate aerobic exercise daily. (3) Regular health check-ups; early detection/treatment.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Surgical Oncology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.