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Medical Conditions - Non Ossifying Fibroma

Nonossifying fibroma is a very common benign tumor prevalent in children. It is estimated to be affecting 30 % to 40 % of people below the age of 20. Nonossifying fibromas are often diagnosed incidentally, and the condition is generally asymptomatic. The exact cause of the tumor is unknown, and they generally subside on their own and require no treatment.

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I have fibrous cortical defect in tibia. Is it completely curable?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A fibrous cortical defect is also called a non-ossifying fibroma. It is a benign tumor. It usually occurs in children and also usually in the tibia bone.

I have ankle pain without swelling and injury. What is the cause?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing to us. I hope that the patient is not having much pain.

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Is non-ossifying fibroma cancerous?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This lesion is small. Considering it to be a fibrous cortical defect, this lesion can be left alone and healing can take place. It is usually an incidental finding.

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