Nonmalignant: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonmalignant
[ nɒnˈmælɪɡnənt ]
medical condition
The term 'nonmalignant' refers to a condition or growth that is not malignant, meaning it does not have the characteristics of cancer. Nonmalignant tumors, for example, do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body. While these conditions may still require medical attention, they are generally considered less serious than malignant ones. Common examples include benign tumors and noncancerous growths, which can occur in various organs of the body. Understanding the distinction between malignant and nonmalignant is crucial for determining the appropriate treatment plan.
Synonyms
benign, harmless, non-cancerous
Examples of usage
- The doctor confirmed the lump was nonmalignant.
- She was relieved to hear that her biopsy results showed a nonmalignant growth.
- Nonmalignant tumors are usually removed unless they cause symptoms.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonmalignant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não maligno
🇮🇳 गैर-कर्करोग
🇩🇪 nicht bösartig
🇮🇩 non-malignan
🇺🇦 неканцерогенний
🇵🇱 niemaligne
🇯🇵 非悪性
🇫🇷 non malin
🇪🇸 no maligno
🇹🇷 habis olmayan
🇰🇷 비악성
🇸🇦 غير خبيث
🇨🇿 nezhoubný
🇸🇰 nezhubný
🇨🇳 良性
🇸🇮 ne maligni
🇮🇸 ekki illkynja
🇰🇿 злокачествосыз
🇬🇪 არასაგრძნობი
🇦🇿 zərərsiz
🇲🇽 no maligno
Etymology
The word 'nonmalignant' combines the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'malignant' derived from the Latin root 'malignus', which means 'spiteful' or 'malevolent'. The term 'malignant' has been used in medical contexts since the mid-19th century to describe tumors that are cancerous and have the potential to harm the body significantly. With the growing understanding of various medical conditions, the need to describe non-cancerous growths led to the formation of 'nonmalignant'. This terminology helps differentiate between harmful and harmless conditions in clinical practice. The distinction becomes especially important in oncology, where treatment decisions are heavily influenced by whether a tumor is malignant or nonmalignant. The use of 'nonmalignant' provides reassurance for patients dealing with health uncertainty.