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Cysto showed Squamous Metaplasia
HI, I had a cystoscopy two weeks ago, and the Doc found some Squamous Metaplasia. I did some research and I found out that Squamous Metaplasia may be a result of a Vit A deficiency, so I put myself on Vit A, and felt an improvement in my symptoms. However, I also discovered that some Uro's consider this pre-cancer. *Gulp* I am really worried, my Uro does not think it's a big deal, but I want a second opinion so, I am going to see another Urologist at the end of the month. Has anyone else been diagnosed with Squamous Metaplasia? I was diagnosed in 1997 with IC, and now that I am 41, I am concerned that it has progressed into something more serious. Help!
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I have IC, Fibromyalgia, Factor V Leiden, Infertility, Asthma, Allergies, early menopause.
Medications:
Elavil 100 mg
Cystoprotek
Desert Harvest Aloe
Elmiron 600mg/day
Morphine
Heparin injections
Rescue Instillments: Heparin, lidocaine, gentamycin, sodium bicarbonate 2x/week.
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Do you think all icers could develope Squamous Metaplasia??<center>
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Linda May, the answer to that is NO. My IC was diagnosed in 1975 and no other bladder problems since that time --- my only bladder diagnosis is interstitial cystitis.
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Squamous Metaplasia is actually a common finding, it can occur if there is a slight hormonal imbalance such states like pregnancy and menopause. I have it also. I did read an article that though that IC could be caused by bacteria being trapped in the tissue of the squamous metaplasia, it was just a theory, no real proof that that is the cause of IC.
SuzanneComment
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Sounds like metaplasia may be common to long term ICers due to cell changes from chronic inflammation and adverse conditions. Its a natural cellular response to combat a harsh environment. From this article I understand that the cancer risk is increased but is not a "pre-cancer cell"Comment
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Thanks for the input
Thank you to all who responded to my thread. I feel a little less anxious now. I too, wonder if the cellular changes are due to chronic inflammation. I would not be surprised. I will continue to take Vit A as I feel it certainly be helpful and it does not trigger any symptoms when I urinate.I have IC, Fibromyalgia, Factor V Leiden, Infertility, Asthma, Allergies, early menopause.
Medications:
Elavil 100 mg
Cystoprotek
Desert Harvest Aloe
Elmiron 600mg/day
Morphine
Heparin injections
Rescue Instillments: Heparin, lidocaine, gentamycin, sodium bicarbonate 2x/week.Comment
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Suzannes, what did your Doc say about the Squamous Metaplasia? Do they laser the area or surgically remove it? I am actually wondering if bacteria does stick within those tissues, as the day I go off my antibiotics, I develop another infection. Very frustrating I think I am going to ask my New Uro if she just laser or remove that tissue. Thoughts anyone?I have IC, Fibromyalgia, Factor V Leiden, Infertility, Asthma, Allergies, early menopause.
Medications:
Elavil 100 mg
Cystoprotek
Desert Harvest Aloe
Elmiron 600mg/day
Morphine
Heparin injections
Rescue Instillments: Heparin, lidocaine, gentamycin, sodium bicarbonate 2x/week.Comment
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