granuloma

noun

gran·​u·​lo·​ma ˌgran-yə-ˈlō-mə How to pronounce granuloma (audio)
plural granulomas also granulomata ˌgran-yə-ˈlō-mə-tə How to pronounce granuloma (audio)
: a mass or nodule of chronically inflamed tissue with granulations that is usually associated with an infective process
granulomatous adjective

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Instead, the body attempts to wall the bacteria off from healthy tissue, forming the characteristic granulomas that are seen under the microscope and that give the disease its name. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025 The differential includes granuloma or complex cyst. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 21 July 2025 Using minimally-invasive techniques, surgeons remove polyps or granuloma, which can correct outie belly button.10 Cryotherapy: This involves applying extreme cold to freeze the umbilical granuloma in order to remove it. Mark Gurarie, Health, 12 Oct. 2024 Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that causes the formation of hardened granules (granulomas) in tissues, including those of the kidneys. Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024 According to the American Lung Association, Sarcoidosis occurs when granulomas — or tiny groups of inflamed tissue — form in various organs, especially the lungs, after the immune system overreacts. Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of granuloma was in 1861

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“Granuloma.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granuloma. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.

Medical Definition

granuloma

noun
gran·​u·​lo·​ma ˌgran-yə-ˈlō-mə How to pronounce granuloma (audio)
plural granulomas also granulomata -mət-ə How to pronounce granuloma (audio)
: a mass or nodule of chronically inflamed tissue with granulations that is usually associated with an infective process

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