What is another word for xanthogranuloma?
Pronunciation: [zˌanθəɡɹˌanjʊlˈə͡ʊmə] (IPA) 
Xanthogranuloma is a term used to describe a type of benign tumor that typically appears as a yellowish, raised bump on the skin or in other tissues. While this word is specific to this type of growth, there are some synonyms that may be used interchangeably. One such synonym is histiocytoma, which also refers to a type of benign tissue growth. Another possible synonym is xanthoma, which refers to the abnormal accumulation of fats beneath the skin. Other potential alternatives include yellow tumor, lipoid granuloma, and foam cell granuloma. While each of these terms may have slightly different implications and meanings, they all refer to similar types of tissue abnormalities that warrant medical attention.
