Question 1

metaplasia is a reversible change in cell types. however, for the change to reverse, the insult, stimulus, factor causing the change has to be removed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is correct.  If it is not removed it will progress to dysplasia and eventually to neoplasia.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: metaplasia?

Accepted Answer

Change...: Metaplasia is thought to be an adaptation of the body that replaces one type of cell with another, usually caused by some sort of stress. Metaplasia is not cancerous, per se, but depending on the circumstances, may be a very early step in the process of a normal cell becoming cancerous.

Question 3

help! i've been having chronic endocervisitis with squamaous metaplasia?

Accepted Answer

Need to see doctor: You apparently saw a doctor and may be had a PAP. Your doctor can determine if an intervention is needed. It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you.

Question 4

is intestinal metaplasia a reversible condition?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Metaplasia is a reversible change in cell types. However, for the change to reverse, the insult, stimulus, factor causing the change has to be removed.

Question 5

whats squamous metaplasia?

Accepted Answer

Benign / worrisome: Usually this is a pap smear finding. Metaplasia is replacement of a normal mature tissue type with another normal mature tissue type, in the cervix the columnar epithelium in the endocervix replaced by a squamous type. It is usually caused by the hpv virus and depending on the strain may present a slightly increased risk for progression toward something that is actually dangerous.

Question 6

what is "atypical squamous metaplasia" ?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal cells: These are abnormal cells but they are not cancerous at present. So you need it rechecked as instructed by your doctor as there may be increased risk of developing cancer in this location in the future.

Question 7

what's the difference between metaplasia and dysplasia?

Accepted Answer

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 8

is intestinal metaplasia bad?

Accepted Answer

I've seen this term: Used ti describe barret's esophagus.  The normal esophagus is lined with mosaic tile like cell called squamous cells.  If instead of squamous, it looks like intestinal mucosa with mucin, the tissue has "changed" in response to he environment, and possibly ph (acid flow-back).  It is considered a potential pre-cursor of invasive cancer, but warrants observation not surgery.

Question 9

what is focul intestinal metaplasia without displasia?

Accepted Answer

A reactive change: "intestinal metaplasia" occurs when some other epithelial lining (like esophagus) is changed over time into intestinal epithelium- like found in the intestine. "focal" means this involves a limited area. "without dysplasia" means that although this intestinal epithelium is in the wrong place, it is healthy and not showing changes that are atypical or in danger of turning into a cancer.

Question 10

can squamous metaplasia turn into cancer in a yr ? im worried

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Metaplasia is a change from normal but it does not necessarily lead to cancer in most people. A small percentage of such lesions can change into cancer but it 
 typically takes many(&gt;5-10) years.

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Metaplasia is a reversible change in cell types. however, for the change to reverse, the insult, stimulus, factor causing the change has to be removed?

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Whats squamous metaplasia?

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Can squamous metaplasia turn into cancer in a yr ? im worried

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