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Your pathology report for squamous papilloma

What is a squamous papilloma? Squamous papilloma is a non-cancerous growth made up of specialized squamous cells that connect together to form finger-like projections called papilla. This type of growth can start in any location where squamous cells are normally found such as the skin, mouth, tonsils, larynx, esophagus, and eyelids. What causes a squamous …
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Your pathology report for verruca vulgaris (common wart)

Verruca vulgaris, also known as a wart, is a very common non-cancerous skin growth caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). These growths are harmless in most people and often go away on their own, but they can be bothersome, spread to other parts of the skin, or persist for years. What parts of …
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