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Fibrosis

what is fibrosis ?
Wed, 5 Oct 2011
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Hello,

Fibrosis is a condition within a tissue or an organ that is characterized by an increase in fibrous tissue.
General & Family Physician,  Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta's  Response
Hello.Welcone.In layman language it is like a scar tissue on the skin.The only difference is this takes place inside the body.Good luck.
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Pediatrician,  Dr. Suryakanta Baraha's  Response
hi,
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thanks for the query
it is excessive fibrous tissue that is scar like tissue due to repairative or reactive process
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Fibrosis

Hello, Fibrosis is a condition within a tissue or an organ that is characterized by an increase in fibrous tissue.