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A swelling, in the abdomen or elsewhere, caused by local muscular contraction or the accumulation of gases, that mimics a swelling caused by a tumor or other structural change. The condition is usually associated with emotional disorder, and the ‘tumor’ may disappear under anesthesia.<\/p>\n

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An apparent tumor due to muscular contractions or flatus that resolves on re-examination of the patient.<\/p>\n

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A false swelling caused by gas buildup in the intestine or muscle contraction, often indicative of a neurotic personality. Also referred to as pseudotumor.<\/p>\n

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