Question

which of the following is a benign uterine growth?
a fibroid
b eclampsia
c genital warts
d candidiasis

Explanation:

• Fibroid: Uterine fibroids are non - cancerous (benign) growths of the uterus. They are made up of muscle and fibrous connective tissue.
• Eclampsia: It is a serious complication of pregnancy characterized by seizures in a woman with pre - eclampsia (high blood pressure, proteinuria). It is not a growth.
• Genital warts: Caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), they are growths on the genital area (not specifically uterine) and are usually benign but are a type of sexually transmitted infection - related growth, not uterine.
• Candidiasis: A fungal infection (usually Candida species) that can affect the vagina (vaginal yeast infection). It is an infection, not a growth.

Answer:

A. fibroid