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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CYST AND TUMOUR

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Divya Khanna
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CYST AND TUMOUR

People think cyst and tumor to be a similar thing but it is not so. A cyst is a sac-like pocket of membrane tissue that contains fluid and air. Whereas tumor is swelling or enlargement caused due to abundant cell growth. The former is a sac-like tissue whereas the latter is a solid mass of tissue. Some of the types of cysts are: epidermal, sebaceous, breast, ganglion, acne, ingrown hair cyst, pillar, pilonidal, ovarian chalazia, mucous, branchial Clift, and others.

Cysts are benign tissue that stays in one place but can grow in any part of the body. Tumors can be both benign and malignant that is they can spread or stay in one part of the body. The causes for both can be different. In the case of cysts causes can be :

  • Parasites: The infection from cysts is caused when a person swallows tapeworm eggs. This chronic disease may affect the neck and head region. This tapeworm is found in animals like dogs, cattle, and goats.
  • Irritation: When cysts are caused due to irritation they can have a yellow, skin-colored tan, or thick material. Swelling, redness, and pain are common in this. It can be prevented by using a hot or wet compress.
  • Ovulation: Follicular cysts and Corpus luteum cysts can be formed in the body due to ovulation. An egg is formed inside the body when it does not open to release it , cysts are formed.
  • Degeneration of connective tissue: This inherited or environmental-caused degeneration of connective tissues can cause cysts. Pain, weight loss, fatigue are some common symptoms.
  • Genetics: Genes are sometimes responsible for causing cysts which can be made from copying of cells. This factor can also cause TUMORs and lead to serious issues.
  • Multiplication of dead skin cells: When epidermal cells are covered with a layer of cells that continue to multiply within themselves and can cause cysts in skin.

Whereas the causes of TUMORs can be :

  • Genetic:Among all the tumor patients 5 to 10% of patients are those who have it genetically . TUMORs in neck and lungs are mostly common with family cases.
  • Diet:Improper diet may lead to TUMORs in the body . Smoking , obesity and other factors like alcohol, sun exposure can lead to problems of TUMORs.
  • Stress:Stress is one of the major factor that may lead to TUMORs. It increases the production of growth cells and get spread to body leading to severe issues.
  • Radiation: Rays from the sun and other things like ultraviolet radiation can cause tumors. This causes DNA damage in the cells causing tumors.
  • Infection: Past infections or infections due to smoking can cause tumors in the body and other cancers.

Both of them are somehow closely related with their causes and symptoms. The most common symptoms of cysts and TUMORs can be headache, seizures( fist ) , nausea , mental change, weakness, speech and vision problems . The symptoms change with the type and variation of cysts and TUMORs. Diagnosis of cysts and TUMORs vary one their own . A doctor may use various methods to derive whether it is a cyst or a tumor. A cyst can be most commonly seen during the time of menstruation among women. Location, size, color, and various other things need to be checked during the diagnosis. Ultrasound, x rays can also be done to examine a patient’s body. However, in some cases biopsy is done and the report is send to examine for a few days. This gives differentiation between a cyst and tumor and helps the doctor to treat it well.

Treatments for both may vary but in this case surgeries are done for the cysts as well as TUMORs. Radiation therapy or chemotherapy can be done for its better treatment. Main differences between both allies when cysts are benign and TUMORs are benign as well as malignant.  Cysts are red and swollen , blackhead in centre , white and yellow discharge , tenders and move around under the skin. Whereas TUMORs are fast growing and are firm. When someone notices itchiness, colour changes and swelling on the body you must immediately concern your doctor.

Narcotic analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are some types of medications suggested which can be ordered online from medical pharmacies. Both the TUMORs and cysts are unhealthy and must be immediately concerned from a doctor. This may lead to infections and other problems like cancer.

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