nevus (Meaning)

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nevus (n)

a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth

Synonyms & Antonyms of nevus

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nevus Sentence Examples

  1. The dermatologist examined the patient's nevus, a dark, raised growth on their skin.
  2. The nevus had been present since birth and had gradually enlarged over the years.
  3. The doctor performed a biopsy to determine if the nevus was benign or cancerous.
  4. The pathology report confirmed that the nevus was a benign intradermal nevus.
  5. The patient was relieved to learn that their nevus was not harmful.
  6. However, the doctor recommended monitoring the nevus for any changes in size or shape.
  7. If the nevus becomes irregular or starts to bleed, it may need to be removed surgically.
  8. The doctor also advised the patient to avoid exposing the nevus to excessive sunlight.
  9. Some nevi can develop into melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer.
  10. It is important to have nevi checked by a dermatologist regularly to ensure they are benign and have not changed.

FAQs About the word nevus

a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The dermatologist examined the patient's nevus, a dark, raised growth on their skin.

The nevus had been present since birth and had gradually enlarged over the years.

The doctor performed a biopsy to determine if the nevus was benign or cancerous.

The pathology report confirmed that the nevus was a benign intradermal nevus.