As dysplasia can affect many areas of the body, symptoms are unique to the type of dysplasia. Identifying symptoms correctly can lead to a fast diagnosis, and can help patients move on to treatment quickly.
Cervical dysplasia: Cervical dysplasia usually shows no symptoms. Though women with genital warts have been exposed to HPV, it is a different type to the HPV linked with dysplasia.
Hip dysplasia: The most common sign of hip dysplasia is hip pain. There may also be a snapping noise in the hip or aching pain in the groin that lasts for months.
MDS: Patients may show no symptoms at all. A routine blood test may reveal a reduced red cell count, platelet count, or white blood cell count.
Ectodermal dysplasia: The different types of ectodermal dysplasia affect the hair, teeth, nails, skin, and sweat glands in different ways. Many abnormalities can arise, such as brittle hair, abnormal teeth, discolored toenails, and dry, scaly skin.
Skeletal dysplasia: Short stature or slow growth, abnormally large head, short limbs, joint stiffness, curved bones, and crowded teeth can all signal one of the many types of skeletal dysplasia.