Question 1

in my x ray says that there is a suspicious density in the right apex. the diaphragm is sharp and distinct. the heart is not enlarge the trachea is at the midline and the osseousthoracic cage shows no significant bony abnormalities what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

: it means there is a nodule, lesion abnormal area that needs further assessment . May need CT of  chest or MRI and follow up with  pulmonologist as may want to due biopsy. May be granuloma  as in infection like histoplasmosis or TB or may be tumor.

Question 2

i have no active pulmonary lesions, no active pulmonarytuberculosis and pneumonia, no abnormal mass lesions(lung cancer etc.), and no bony abnormalities. but i havepain in chest. can you explain why it might be so?

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Normal: This sounds like a description of the negative findings on a chest x-ray.  Pa refers to the way the x-ray was taken.  Tbc refers to tuberculosis.  In other words no abnormalities found - a normal chest x-ray.

Question 3

what would cause bony erosion and soft tissue thickening?

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Bone erosion: If you are referring to the coccyx again or for that matter any bone the fact that seems most important is you are from australia. I am not sure but i would guess that tropical infections would have to be higher on the list of possibilities than they are here in th usa.   In general those findings suggest inflammation and degeneration (infection, trauma, tumor).

Question 4

what is subarticular bony edema? what causes it!

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Varies: Sub articular means below the articular cartilage of a joint, edema is a fluid signal seen in the marrow that makes it a different color on MRI.  Multiple causes.  For example sub articular bone edema in the tibia would suggest either a fracture or severe arthritis in the knee; less commonly caused by infection or cancer.  Discuss with your doctor.

Question 5

i've developed a bony bump on the top of of my rt foot. what could cause that.

Accepted Answer

A few possibilities: The bump could be a thickening in one of your foot tendons, or it could be a ganglion cyst arising from one of your foot joints. It could also be an area of swelling from trauma. If it does not hurt/bother you, OK to just monitor.

Question 6

what causes bony hands? i'm only 34 and my hands are super bony.

Accepted Answer

Hand problems: You will need to see a doctor licensed in Canada for a specific diagnosis and advice - most likely will need examination.

Here is some general information about hand problems:
http://www.csosortho.com/hand-problems.html

It is also possible that your hands are bony because you are a thin build but as above you do need to be assessed by a doctor for other causes.

Question 7

what causes ankle pain on top front part of ankle and hard bony feeling bump ?

Accepted Answer

Could be Cyst: Would have to know more medical history, was there a sprain or injury. Where is this mass, how long, etc. Without knowing this, it is almost impossible to diagnose. Could be cyst, sprain or strain of tendons or ligaments, possible fracture. My advice would be to see foot/ankle specialist ASAP.

Question 8

i have a hard bony lump on back of my head, what causes it? is it benign or malignant?

Accepted Answer

Probably benign: Probably benign osteoma. However, see ENT doc for exam/recommendations.

Question 9

noticed slight bony bump on left tibia(no injury). can't be seen(small), only felt. does not cause any problems, and bone never fractured. is this bad?

Accepted Answer

Probably nothing: the tibia (and bones in general) aren't perfectly smooth and can have some irregularities.  Often times bones can get "bumps" on the from an inflammation of the periosteum or the thin layer of "bone skin" that covers each bone.  It is likely that the bump on your tibia was from a minor trauma and the skin elevated off the bone collecting blood which in turn transforms into bone tissue.

Question 10

what could cause a small, hard, bony lump  on the right side of my forehead? it's not visible, but i can feel it.

Accepted Answer

Multiple things: It could be a lipoma, sebaceous cyst, or even a bony abnormality. It is hard to tell without an exam. I would recommend that you see your physician to get the proper evaluation and treatment.

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In my x ray says that there is a suspicious density in the right apex. the diaphragm is sharp and distinct. the heart is not enlarge the trachea is at the midline and the osseousthoracic cage shows no significant bony abnormalities what does it mean?

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I have no active pulmonary lesions, no active pulmonarytuberculosis and pneumonia, no abnormal mass lesions(lung cancer etc.), and no bony abnormalities. but i havepain in chest. can you explain why it might be so?

A member asked:

What would cause bony erosion and soft tissue thickening?

A member asked:

What is subarticular bony edema? what causes it!

A member asked:

I've developed a bony bump on the top of of my rt foot. what could cause that.

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What causes bony hands? i'm only 34 and my hands are super bony.

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What causes ankle pain on top front part of ankle and hard bony feeling bump ?

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I have a hard bony lump on back of my head, what causes it? is it benign or malignant?

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Noticed slight bony bump on left tibia(no injury). can't be seen(small), only felt. does not cause any problems, and bone never fractured. is this bad?

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What could cause a small, hard, bony lump on the right side of my forehead? it's not visible, but i can feel it.

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