Space occupying lesion

What does "Space occupying lesion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "space occupying lesion" is a term used in medicine to describe something abnormal that is taking up space in the body where it shouldn't be. This could be a tumor, a cyst, or any other type of growth. These lesions can cause problems because they can push on or interfere with the normal function of the body's organs or tissues. The term doesn't tell us what the growth is, just that something is there that shouldn't be.

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