hyperplasia

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/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.ˈpleɪ.ʒə/ English

Definitions

noun

An increase in the size of a tissue or organ due to increased number of cells.

Related words

Synonyms

nodule hypertrophy proliferation expansion enlargement neoplasia overgrowth accretion augmentation overdevelopment tumefaction outgrowth growth swelling multiplication hypergenesis

Associated

bph atypia adenoma denture metaplasia hemangioma androgenic alopecia hirsutism adrenal amenorrhea

Rhymes

euthanasia aphasia fantasia dysplasia auditory aphasia nominal aphasia conduction aphasia receptive aphasia expressive aphasia global aphasia

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