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keratoacanthoma

/ˌkɛrətoʊˌækənˈθoʊmə/

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noun

/ˌkɛrətoʊˌækənˈθoʊmə/C2formalmedical
  • ruБыстрорастущая опухоль кожи, особенно у пожилых людей, напоминающая карциному, но не распространяющаяся; обычно исчезает самопроизвольно, часто оставляя рубец.

A skin tumor that grows rapidly, especially in older people, and resembles a carcinoma but does not spread; it usually disappears spontaneously, often leaving a scar.

  1. C2formalmedical

    A rapidly growing skin tumor that typically appears in older individuals and resembles a carcinoma but does not metastasize; it often resolves spontaneously, sometimes leaving a scar.

    ruОпухоль кожи

    • The dermatologist diagnosed the growth as a keratoacanthoma.
    • Keratoacanthomas are known for their rapid growth and spontaneous regression.
    • After several months, the keratoacanthoma disappeared without treatment.
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