Papillomas: meaning, definitions and examples

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papillomas

 

[ หŒpรฆpษชหˆloสŠmษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Papillomas are benign tumors that arise from epithelial tissue, often appearing as small, wart-like growths on the skin or mucous membranes. They can occur in various parts of the body and may be caused by viral infections, such as the human papillomavirus (HPV). Although generally not harmful, some types of papillomas may require monitoring or treatment to prevent complications.

Synonyms

growths, tumors, warts

Examples of usage

  • The patient was diagnosed with multiple papillomas on her skin.
  • Certain papillomas can be linked to an increased risk of cancer.
  • Doctors often perform surgeries to remove bothersome papillomas.
  • Treatment options for papillomas include cryotherapy and laser removal.

Translations

Translations of the word "papillomas" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น papilomas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅˆเคชเคฟเคฒเฅ‹เคฎเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Papillome

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ papiloma

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฟั–ะปะพะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ brodawki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไนณ้ ญ่…ซ (ใซใ‚…ใ†ใจใ†ใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท papillome

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pรกpula

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท papilloma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ๋‘์ข… (yudujong)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุฑู… ุญู„ูŠู…ูŠ (waram halemi)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papilom

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ papilรณm

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไนณๅคด็˜ค (rว”tรณuliรบ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ papiloma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ papilloma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะฟะธะปะปะพะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒžแƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papilloma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pรกpula

Etymology

The term 'papilloma' derives from the Latin word 'papilla,' meaning 'nipple,' combined with '-oma,' a suffix used in medical terminology to denote tumors or abnormal growths. The use of the term can be traced back to the late 19th century when medical professionals began classifying various types of tumors based on their appearance and origin. The link between papillomas and viral infections, particularly HPV, has been established in modern medical literature, leading to increased awareness and research on their implications for health. Over time, the understanding of papillomas has evolved, with ongoing studies exploring their connections to more serious conditions and the development of effective treatments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,073 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.