Aug 20, 2025 · What's the difference between a tumor and a cyst? Could a cyst be cancerous? Tumors and cysts are two distinct types of growths. Cyst. A cyst is a sac that may be filled with …

Jan 12, 2022 · Symptoms A tumor is an abnormal growth or mass of tissue. A cyst is a lesion that contains liquid or semisolid material. Examples of jaw tumors and cysts include: …

Jan 10, 2025 · A schwannoma is the most common benign peripheral nerve tumor in adults. These nerve sheath tumors are called schwannomas because they are made up of Schwann …

Mar 29, 2024 · A meningioma is a tumor that grows from the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges. A meningioma is not a brain tumor, but it may press on …

May 16, 2025 · A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump that most often is located between the skin and muscle layer but below the skin. It feels soft and rubbery and often isn't tender.

Jun 29, 2024 · Learn about the signs, symptoms and causes of pituitary tumors — growths that develop in the pituitary gland.

Jul 19, 2024 · A schwannoma is a type of nerve tumor of the nerve sheath. It's the most common type of benign peripheral nerve tumor in adults. It can occur anywhere in your body, at any …

Jul 13, 2022 · Kidney cysts are round pouches of fluid that form on or in the kidneys. Kidney cysts can occur with disorders that may impair kidney function. But more often, kidney cysts are a …

Sep 20, 2025 · Most of these cysts aren't cancerous, but some types are. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment of cysts in the pancreas.

Mar 22, 2025 · Overview Ependymoma is a growth of cells that forms in the brain or spinal cord. The cells form a mass called a tumor. Ependymoma begins in the ependymal cells. These …