What is displaisa?

Answer by  sanityrose (2664)

The word Dysplasia is used to describe an abnormal formation in the body. Dysplasia during menstrual cycles could relate to cysts. During pregnancy it may indicate an ectopic pregnancy. Dysplasia found in the womb could indicate abnormal growth of such things as the eyes, limbs, and facial structure.If you are diagnosed with Dysplasia, ask where it has been found.

Answer by  bl834 (1317)

Dysplasia means "malformed" - what part of your body was he referring to? Fibrous dysplasia means your bones aren't growing properly. Cervical dysplasia means you have some abnormal cells showing on your pap smear. Hip dysplasia means your hip joint is out of whack. Ectodermal dysplasia means your hair, nails, sweat glands, or even teeth are malformed.

Answer by  Darry (3853)

Dysplasia is a term that refers to the abnormal growth of cells. Depending on what part of the body your doctor was referring to the term can mean a variety of things. Fibrous dysplasia causes weakening of the bones, hip dysplasia is a deformation of the hip joint, dysplasia of the cervix means abnormal cell growth on the cervix, etc.

Answer by  Miffy (216)

Cervical displasia is when there are abnormal cells in the cervix, detected through pap smear. These cells are not cancerous, but may well become cancerous if not treated. You should definitely go back to your doctor and ask for further information

Answer by  drJ (841)

Dysplasia is a medical term referring to abnormal-looking cells. This is usually used by pathologists to indicate the possible presence of early stages of cancer. The cells may be larger than usual or have large nuclei, or stain differently than normal healthy cells.

Answer by  John (9008)

Dysplasia is simply changes in the structures of cells. It can be in several places, and can vary in severity or be an early sign of cancer.

Answer by  JRossi17 (788)

It is an abnormal growth of cells. There is different types of dysplasia however and you should consult your doctor for further information as sometimes it can be cancerous.