Question 1

borderline enlarged spleen, the doctor says baby is fine.?

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Borderline??: If the doctor can feel the spleen it strongly suggests that it is enlarged and therefore abnormal.

Question 2

deep, localized, sharp pain between left shoulder blade and spine for months. chest ct showed only gynecomastia and borderline enlarged spleen. ?

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Musculotendinous: 20&#x27;s male w. Chronic unilateral rhomboid muscle region pain suggests localized tendonitis.  No history of trauma given, but concern arises for strenuous athletics or weight lifting.  An osteopath can diagnose, ; a physical therapist can assist in resolution. Ergonomics must also be considered. Heat, massage, and acupuncture might benefit. Eventually, a single cortisone injection might resolve.

Question 3

is enlarged spleen dangarous?

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Sometimes: A significantly enlarged spleen is often a component of an underlying problem. It can be dangerous and the degree of that danger depends on the underlying disease and the specific issues caused by the spleen.

Question 4

what causes a enlarged spleen?

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Many causes : The spleen's job is to take older or damaged blood cells out of circulation.  Diseases that cause abnormal or disrupted cells, like thallesemias and hemolytic anemia cause enlargement to compensate for the increased work. Congestion due to cirrhosis/portal hypertension cause enlargement by limiting blood flow out of the spleen.  Tumors especially lymphoma can grow in the spleen as well.

Question 5

how do i get an enlarged spleen?

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Many: Spleen can enlarge for a dozen different reasons. Some are benign like chronic liver disorders(cirrhosis) or it can be a blood disorder like leukemia or itp like conditions. Only a hematologist can help you sort it all out.

Question 6

how can i reduce enlarged spleen?

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The cause: needs to be determined before you can develop a plan to reduce the size.

Question 7

enlarged spleen-what could it mean?

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Several Things: The list is fairly long.  An enlarged spleen (splenomegaly) can be caused by many things.  Patients with cirrhosis can develop splenomegaly.  Certain cancers - such as lymphoma, myelodysplastic disease, etc..  Infections (mononucleosis, parasites, TB).  You should discuss this with your doctor.

Question 8

what can be done for an enlarged spleen?

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See a doctor: Splenic enlargement can be due to a number of illnesses. Cancer must be considered as a possible cause. You should see a board-certified internist who will order the appropriate screening tests. Please do not do yourself a disservice seeing alternative practitioners for this problem.

Question 9

could a ugi determine a enlarged spleen ?

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Not usually: An UGI may incidentally note something pressing on the left side of the stomach and raise the suspicion of an enlarged spleen. A ct scan or abdominal ultrasound  would be able to confirm the diagnosis.

Question 10

what is the best thing for enlarged spleen?

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Make a diagnosis: That depends on why your spleen is enlarged.  You need to find out.

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