2007-02-16 12:51:24 · 3 answers · asked by spastik_chick 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
cyst definition
n.
1. Pathology An abnormal membranous sac containing a gaseous, liquid, or semisolid substance.
2. Anatomy A sac or vesicle in the body.
3. Biology A small capsulelike sac that encloses certain organisms in their dormant or larval stage.
4. Botany A thick-walled resting spore, as in certain algae or fungi.
2007-02-16 13:13:01 · answer #1 · answered by sknymnie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cyst is an abnormal, closed sac-like structure within a tissue that contains a liquid, gaseous, or semisolid substance. A cyst can occur anywhere in the body and can vary in size. The outer, or capsular, portion of a cyst is termed the cyst wall.
2007-02-16 20:56:08 · answer #2 · answered by iggynyc21 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its a trapped bubble of fluid that developes in your body. They can either be left, drained or (believe it or not) smashed. I wouldnt suggest the last one. See your doctor if it bothers you.
2007-02-16 21:10:19 · answer #3 · answered by Smarty Pants™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋