neuroma

/nuːˈroʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A tumor composed of nerve tissue, often causing pain, numbness, or tingling, typically occurring in the foot, particularly on the plantar surface.

“The doctor suspected she had a Morton’s neuroma that was causing her severe pain in her foot.”

Synonyms

  • nerve tumor
  • neurilemmoma

Antonyms

  • neurosis