Question 1

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 2

what is the difference between hyperplasia and dysplasia on a biopsy report?

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Type of growth: Hyperplasia = increased growth (may be normal or abnormal cells)
dysplasia=abnormal cell growth.

Question 3

describe the features of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (b.p.d.).?

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Oxygen dependency: Bpd is a disease of the lungs of premature babies.  Specific definitions vary, however is is generally defined as oxygen need at about one month of age.  It typically results from long term mechanical ventilation in premies.  The lungs continue to grow for he first few years of life and many outgrow the condition.

Question 4

how serious is a cin 3 cervical dysplasia for a woman in her 20's?

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Needs follow-up!: Cin 3 cervical dysplasia means pre-cancerous cells were found on your pap smear.  It's caused by hpv, a virus. The next step is a "colposcopy", which means a doctor looks at your cervix with a microscope after putting  vinegar on it.  Sounds weird, but the vinegar makes early cancer turn white so it can be removed. This will ensure you don't get cervical cancer later!  don't be scared... Just get treated!  to learn from other women with this, go to: https://www.Inspire.Com/groups/national-cervical-cancer-coalition/discussion/cin-3-scared/.

Question 5

can you tell me about skeletal dysplasia?

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Abnormal bones: Skeletal dysplasias represent abnormal structure and development of bones. Some are genetic in their etiology. Dysplasia is classified according to part of bone affected, epiphysis, metaphysis, or diaphysis Bone deformities can develop and often dwarfism is result of bone dysplasia.

Question 6

focal high grade dysplasia is very dangerous?

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Needs evaluation: You have precancerous cells on the cervix most likely due to the human papilloma virus.
Your next step should be colposcopy and biopsy and later most likely a LEEP procedure where the surface of the cervix is removed as an office procedure.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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.

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