Podina (Gr. Polypus - Painful Growth)

Podina (from the Greek "Polypus", meaning "Painful Growth") are a species of hydra-like animal that can form tumors on the mucous membranes of some coelenterates.

Animals of this species have a sessile stage in their life cycle. They attach to surfaces and use their tentacles to capture food. While hydras have only one mouth opening, podinas can have multiple openings for capturing food.

Podina are one of the forms of tumors of the mucous membranes. They can form in various organs or tissues, such as the intestines, stomach, lungs and bladder. Pod formation can be caused by a variety of factors, including chronic inflammation, infections, or cancer cells.

Treatment for tumors, including podina, may include surgical removal of the tumor, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy. The effectiveness of treatment depends on many factors, including the type of tumor, the stage of the disease and the general condition of the patient.

Although pods can be dangerous to health, studying these animals can help improve our understanding of tumors and their treatment. Many studies are being conducted to study the mechanisms of tumor formation and develop new treatments that can help patients with similar diseases.