What is another word for benign tumor?
Pronunciation: [bɪnˈa͡ɪn tjˈuːmə] (IPA) 
A benign tumor is a non-cancerous growth in the body that does not spread to other parts of the body. There are several synonyms for a benign tumor, including nonmalignant tumor, non-cancerous tumor, and innocuous tumor. Other synonyms for a benign tumor can also depend on the location and type of tumor. For example, a fibroid tumor in the uterus is referred to as a uterine fibroma. Similarly, a lipoma is a benign tumor that grows from fat cells and can occur anywhere in the body. Despite being non-cancerous, benign tumors can still cause discomfort and pain, and may require surgical removal depending on their location and size.
