Question 1

mammogram & sonogram  found circumscribed, round,
equal-density mass 4x2x3. 6 mos later rescan shows 3x4x1. told low risk/prob benign. 6 mos later it is no longer seen on mammo or ultrasound. can that be possible to miss on both?

Accepted Answer

: If the mammogram and sonogram were done at the same imaging location, certain kinds of breast cysts can resolve spontaneously. The important finding for potential breast cancer is a serious of light calcifications, which do not "disappear", and do require biopsy. It is unlikely that with the former location of the mass "known", that a tech or physician would "miss" this finding.

Question 2

scared and ready to give up on life! ! i am 37 and told through ct scan w/ contrast that i have a "low density" 5 mm lesion on my kidney that they believe is a cyst but too small to characterize. ultrasound afterwards saw nothing. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

: US may miss that small cyst. It is not uncommon that a small, simple cyst is detected in one of your kidneys at your age. You have nothing to concern. Good luck!

Question 3

please answer: what means ill marginated focal asymmetry of low density in mammogram? should i be worry?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Mammograms are used to determine who needs further evaluation and closer monitoring. You should follow up with your doctor to discuss further plans prior to worrying. The worrisome finding usually seen on mammograms is calcification in a mass that can be felt or microcalcifications in the breast with no mass present.

Question 4

why are low-density lipoproteins (ldl) considered unhealthy?

Accepted Answer

Blood LDL Level: LDL is a particle that carries cholesterol in the blood. Increased numbers of circulating LDL particles drive their entry into the walls of arteries where they promote and accelerate atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), and subsequently increase risk for heart attack, stroke and premature death. Lowering LDL can reduce this risk.

Question 5

what does low density in your lungs mean?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: I am not sure.  What are you specifically referring to?  A finding on chest xray or chest CT?

Question 6

how common are low-level density lesions in the liver?

Accepted Answer

Liver lesions: Liver cysts are actually fairly common, there are other causes that are not so benign.  Often it is best to have complimentary studies such as an ultrasound and MRI to best evaluate the cause.

Question 7

my hair is very dry and even the density is low what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Dry and Thin Hair : Beauty salons revel in a panoply of products that purport to add body and moisture to your hair, but you want to be sure that you don't have an underlying dermatologic condition, marginal diet, or certain systemic disorders such as lupus or scleroderma. If this issue with your hair represents a new change, and you seem to be losing hair, it is best to consult with your doctor.

Question 8

low density lesion found on kidney. 5mm in size. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

: Usually it means a cystic lesion which is a common and benign finding. A cyst of 5 mm is quite common for people above 30 years old.

Question 9

low density lesion found on kidney. 5mm in size. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

: It is probably a cyst and should be described a little better in the report along with the possibilities

Question 10

what are the effects of low high density lipoprotein in human body function?

Accepted Answer

Arteriosclerosis: Hdl is a transport lipoprotein that removes excess cholesterol from the intima (the inner lining) of arteries. Low levels impair this important cleansing function.

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Mammogram & sonogram found circumscribed, round, equal-density mass 4x2x3. 6 mos later rescan shows 3x4x1. told low risk/prob benign. 6 mos later it is no longer seen on mammo or ultrasound. can that be possible to miss on both?

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Scared and ready to give up on life! ! i am 37 and told through ct scan w/ contrast that i have a "low density" 5 mm lesion on my kidney that they believe is a cyst but too small to characterize. ultrasound afterwards saw nothing. what does this mean?

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Please answer: what means ill marginated focal asymmetry of low density in mammogram? should i be worry?

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Why are low-density lipoproteins (ldl) considered unhealthy?

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What does low density in your lungs mean?

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How common are low-level density lesions in the liver?

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My hair is very dry and even the density is low what should i do?

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Low density lesion found on kidney. 5mm in size. what does this mean?

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Low density lesion found on kidney. 5mm in size. what does this mean?

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What are the effects of low high density lipoprotein in human body function?

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