hyperplasia

noun

hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə 

: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (such as cells composing a tissue) compare benign prostatic hyperplasia

hyperplastic

ˌhī-pər-ˈpla-stik 

adjective

Examples of hyperplasia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Collies are more exposed to overbite than other pups, while boxers, Great Danes, mastiffs, and bulldogs are at risk of developing gingival hyperplasia, which is an overgrowth or thickening of the gums. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024

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

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing hyperplasia

• angiofollicular lymph node hyperplasia
• benign prostatic hyperplasia
• congenital adrenal hyperplasia
• giant lymph node hyperplasia

Medical Definition

hyperplasia

noun

hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə 

: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (as cells composing a tissue) see benign prostatic hyperplasia, congenital adrenal hyperplasia

hyperplastic

-ˈplas-tik 

adjective

hyperplastically

-ti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb