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What is the difference between a growth, a tumor, and a malignant tumor?

April 26, 2017difference growth malignant tumor

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What is the difference between a growth, a tumor, and a malignant tumor?

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A growth is a general term that describes any lump or bump. A growth can be cancerous or benign (non life-threatening.) An infection or bruise may be a growth. A malignant tumor is cancer and is potentially life-threatening.