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Tumors, myoma and cysts are three things that scare you after hearing them. It is a nightmare for those of you who are diagnosed with one of these three things. But, do you know what tumors, myoma and cysts are? Often times, people mistake tumors, myomas and cysts to be the same thing. In fact, there is something different from the three. What is the difference and the same from tumors, myoma and cysts?
What is a tumor?
The word "tumor" generally refers to a mass that grows in the body. A tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue that contains solid (flesh) or fluid. This abnormal tissue can develop anywhere in the body, such as bones, organs, and soft tissues. Tumors in the body can be benign (generally harmless and not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
Benign tumors are usually only in one place and do not spread to other parts of the body. If treated, most benign tumors will usually respond well. However, if left untreated, some benign tumors can grow bigger, causing serious problems because of their size.
Meanwhile, malignant tumors can spread to other parts of the body and are usually resistant to treatment. Malignant tumor is another word for cancer. Thus, it can cause you very serious problems.
What is myoma?
Myoma or myoma or fibroid is a benign tumor that grows in muscle or connective tissue anywhere in the uterus of a woman. The cause of myoma in the uterus is not clearly known. However, some of the factors that influence its formation are hormones (estrogen and progesterone) and pregnancy in women.
Sometimes, women do not realize that their uterus begins to grow myoma because it does not cause any symptoms. However, over time this myoma in the uterus can cause vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, frequent urination, and discomfort or pain during sex.
If the myoma is causing symptoms, surgical removal may be necessary. Myoma generally rarely turns into cancer. Myoma or fibroids that turn into cancer are then called fibrosarcomas.
What is a cyst?
A cyst is a sac filled with fluid, air, or other abnormal material attached to nearby organs. Cysts are benign (not cancerous) tumors, so cysts are not dangerous. Generally, cysts do not cause any symptoms. As a result, the cyst is allowed to grow, gets bigger, and can become severe.
Cysts can develop anywhere on your body, such as your liver, kidneys, and breasts. However, more often it develops in the uterine area, just like the myoma. Thus, women often find it difficult to distinguish between myoma and cysts in the uterus or ovaries. In fact, myoma and cysts in the uterus are clearly different. The difference between myoma and cyst is in their contents. Cysts are formed from accumulated fluid, while myoma is formed from cells that continue to grow so that they become growing flesh.
Large, severe ovarian cysts can cause symptoms, such as pelvic pain, irregular periods, feeling bloated, and urinating more frequently. The cause of the cyst is still unclear. However, heredity, blockages in the ducts that affect fluid outflow, or medical conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome may play a role in the development of ovarian cysts.
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