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Male and female reproductive systems
Male and female reproductive systems


Gumma

Definition:

A gumma is a soft, tumor-like growth of the tissues (granuloma).



Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

A gumma is caused by syphilis . It appears during late stage, tertiary syphilis . It usually contains a mass of dead and swollen fiber-like tissue, and occurs most often in the liver. It also can occur in the:

Similar-looking sores sometimes occur with tuberculosis .



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Review Date: 11/1/2007
Reviewed By: Kenneth M Wener, M.D., Department of Infectious Diseases, Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA. Review provided by Verimed Healthcare Network.

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