hyperplasia

noun

hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə How to pronounce hyperplasia (audio)
: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (such as cells composing a tissue) compare benign prostatic hyperplasia
hyperplastic adjective

Examples of hyperplasia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web More serious complications can also occur, such as paradoxical adipose hyperplasia or hernia. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024 They can be used to manage and treat a myriad of gynecologic issues, such as abnormal uterine bleeding, and can be protective against conditions like uterine hyperplasia and endometrial cancer. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024 Benign prostatic hyperplasia can also cause difficulty starting a urine stream, a weak or interrupted urine stream, and/or urinary retention. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024 These include: Benign prostatic hyperplasia: This is an enlarged prostate not associated with cancer. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hyperplasia 

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Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hyperplasia was in 1861

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“Hyperplasia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperplasia. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

hyperplasia

noun
hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə How to pronounce hyperplasia (audio)
: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (as cells composing a tissue) see benign prostatic hyperplasia, congenital adrenal hyperplasia
hyperplastic adjective
hyperplastically adverb

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