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what is dysplasia?

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Meaning varies: This word, a favorite of dr. Papanicolaou who discovered the pap smear test, means abnormal growth. Most often, it means cells that look abnormal, as if they may give rise to a cancer but have not done so yet. If used in reference to a birth defect, it's a malformation often of bone, kidney, or an artery.

Question 2

what is dysplasia vs neoplasia?

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Precancerous Cells: Dysplasia is considered pre-cancerous and is usually graded by severity (mild-moderate-severe). On the cervix, mild dysplasia = mild cervical intra epithelial neoplasia or cin i. The words are often interchangeable and both mean "precancerous".  I hope that helped, take care.

Question 3

whats ectodermal dysplasia?

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Many types...: Ectodermal dysplasia is a group of conditions in which there is abnormal development of the skin, hair, nails, teeth, or sweat glands.

See:
http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0002440/.

Question 4

what is cleidocranial dysplasia?

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Bone disease..: Cleidocranial dysplasia is a condition that primarily affects the development of the bones and teeth. It can be inherited from one affected parent, or be a new mutation in an affected individual. It is important for a patient with this disease to see a geneticist. They can help coordinate care with other specialists (bone doctors, dentists) for this disease.

Question 5

how treat fibromuscular displasia?

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Conservative: Occasionally balloon angioplasty (most often in renal arteries), but, usually treated conservatively./.

Question 6

no evidence of malignancy or dysplasia?

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Truncated: Somebody here would love to answer your question, but we'll need a more compete version.  Sounds like it was some good news.

Question 7

can you tell me about fibromuscular dysplasia?

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Yes: It's non-atherosclerotic narrowing of arteries that can cause ischemia (circulation deficiency) and necrosis (heart attack) but occurs in younger people who without atherosclerotic risk factors.

Question 8

what's the difference between metaplasia and dysplasia?

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Benign vs precancer: Metaplasia (on the cervix) is simply cell changes that are not typical for that area.  It is not considered dangerous or pre-malignant so nothing is usually done. Dysplasia, on the other hand, is a pre-cancerous change.  Dysplasia can be mild or severe and usually requires surveillance or treatment.  I hope that helps.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: ectodermal dysplasia?

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Ectodermal dysplasia: Ectodermal dysplasia =   group of syndromes/disorder  affecting structure of  ectodermal origin (such as skin, hair, nails, teeth,  sweat glands).

Question 10

had a 6mm tubervillous polyp removed showed high grade dysplasia in some areas. have to repeat in 6 months be of piecemeal. should i be concerned?

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Follow-up testing: Do follow your doctor's advice for follow-up testing. You need not be concerned.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

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