overproliferating
Overproliferating refers to a biological process where cells divide and multiply at an abnormally rapid and uncontrolled rate. Normally, cell division is a tightly regulated process essential for growth, repair, and reproduction. However, in overproliferating cells, this regulation is disrupted, leading to an excessive increase in cell numbers. This phenomenon is a hallmark of several diseases, most notably cancer, where mutated cells ignore the body's normal signals to stop dividing and instead replicate indefinitely.
The causes of overproliferation can be diverse, including genetic mutations, exposure to carcinogens, viral infections, and
The consequences of overproliferation depend on the context. In some cases, such as wound healing, a temporary