Solid Tumors

Solid tumors can form anywhere in the body, including the breasts, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, and prostate. Fortunately, with early diagnosis, most tumors can be treated or removed. At South Brooklyn Care in the Brighton Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, Elvira Neculiseanu, MD, and Aleksandre Toreli, MD, specialize in treating solid tumors, including breast cancer, lung cancer, and prostate cancer. Call the office today to request a tumor consultation, or book your appointment online.

What are solid tumors?

A solid tumor is a mass that forms when your cells divide and multiply too quickly.

Solid tumors vary in size and severity. Some are no bigger than a breath mint, while others weigh several pounds and interfere with normal bodily functions.

No matter your symptoms, if you think you have a solid tumor, contact South Brooklyn Care immediately.

What kinds of solid tumors are there?

The South Brooklyn Care team treats various types of solid tumors, including:

Benign tumors

Benign tumors are harmless and don’t contain cancer. They won’t spread to other parts of your body and typically don’t return after removal.

Premalignant tumors

Premalignant tumors have abnormal (but noncancerous) cells. If your provider spots a premalignant tumor, they recommend routine checkups and a “wait and watch” approach.

Malignant tumors

Malignant tumors are cancerous. Most are capable of metastasis, meaning they can spread to other parts of your body. They can be slow- or rapid-growing and present potentially severe risks.

Who is at risk of having a solid tumor?

Solid tumors affect people of all backgrounds, but several things can increase your risk, including:

• Smoking
• Drinking alcohol
• Exposure to carcinogens
• Family history of cancer
• Obesity
• Being overweight

You’re more likely to have a tumor if you eat a poor diet. The team recommends consuming meals and snacks containing fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains.

What types of cancer are caused by solid tumors?

The South Brooklyn Care team treats various types of cancer caused by solid tumors, including:

• Breast cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Lung cancer
• Colon cancer
• Gastrointestinal cancer
• Skin cancer

Solid tumors can also form in the brain or brain stem.

How are solid tumors diagnosed?

Most solid tumors are diagnosed during preventive screenings, like mammograms and colonoscopies. If your South Brooklyn Care provider identifies an abnormal growth, they collect a biopsy sample for additional testing. A biopsy is a small piece of tissue analyzed under a microscope.

If the team determines your solid tumor is cancer, they develop a personalized treatment plan.

How are solid tumors treated?

How solid tumors are treated depends on their size and where they are. The South Brooklyn Care team often recommends a combination of treatments, including radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery.

Surgery removes some or all of the mass, while radiation and chemotherapy prevent cancer from spreading or coming back.

Call South Brooklyn Care today to learn more about the treatment of solid tumors, or book your appointment online.