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Adenoma is a term for a harmless tumor of gland tissue, including glands found in the intestines, kidney, breast, thyroid, and liver.

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33 years experience

Is a type of:

Benign tumor

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

Types of

Cystadenoma
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