What is another word for Papillomas?

Pronunciation: [pˌapɪlˈə͡ʊməz] (IPA)

Papillomas refer to benign tumors that can form in various parts of the body such as the skin, throat, bladder, and cervix. There are several synonyms or alternative terms for papillomas, which include warts, skin tags, condyloma, and polyps. For instance, warts are raised growths on the skin that are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Skin tags are small, harmless flaps of skin that can occur on the neck, armpits, groin, and eyelids. Condyloma refers to papillomas that occur on the genitals and are caused by HPV, while polyps are abnormal tissue growths that can form in the colon or cervix. Understanding and correctly using synonyms for papillomas can help healthcare providers communicate their diagnosis and treatment options more effectively.

What are the hypernyms for Papillomas?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Papillomas

Papillomas of the eyelids sometimes change to cancers and should be removed by taking out a wedge-shaped section of the eyelid.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
When fibromas develop from the lining or covering tissues they frequently form papillary growths, more or less thickly covered with epithelium, and are then called Papillomas, or warts.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
Large, flat Papillomas or warts may be single or multiple; they are of slow growth, and as they may also become the starting-point of epithelioma, they should be removed.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson

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