Tumors
Tumors are abnormal tissue masses that may form in any part of the body. They form when cells grow and divide more than they should or live longer than they should. They may be benign or malignant and cancerous.
Benign tumors grow large but do not spread and invade other tissues and parts of the body. They are localized and sometimes do not need treatment. However, they require medical care if they start pressing on different body parts, causing discomfort and other issues.
Besides malignant tumors, there are also precancerous tumors or tissue growth that are likely to cause cancer if left untreated. Then, there are malignant or cancerous tumors, which can be life-threatening. They spread into nearby glands, tissues, and body parts and sometimes come back even after treatment.
Tumors, whether malignant or benign, may press on the nerves and interfere with normal blood flow, leading to neuropathy. Some nervous system cancers, particularly brain and spine tumors, are also likely to cause peripheral neuropathy.
