Is thymoma worse than cancer?

Thymoma and cancer are two different diseases, and are not comparable. There is no saying that thymoma is more terrible than cancer.

Thymoma refers to tumors that occur in the thymus. Most thymoma are benign, and only a few may be malignant. Mild and small thymoma may be asymptomatic, and severe or large thymoma may cause chest tightness, cough, and difficulty breathing. Cancer is a malignant tumor that can occur in any tissue or organ of the body. Cancer can cause serious health threats by invading surrounding tissues and organs and spreading to other sites

. Early diagnosis and treatment of thymoma or cancer is important for patients. Early detection and treatment of thymoma or cancer can improve prognosis and survival.