👉 The term "epidermoid" refers to a type of cancer that primarily affects the skin and is characterized by tumors located in the outer layers of the skin, such as the stratum corneum. These tumors can be benign or malignant, and they are often found in the face, lips, and other exposed areas of the body.
The term "epidermoid" was introduced to describe these types of tumors due to their appearance, which is similar to that of a skin tumor on the
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