Question 1

what is cortical cyst in the left kidney? is it normal to have it? is their i medication for it?

Accepted Answer

Benign: Simple cysts are normal findings. No medication for it.

Question 2

there is simple cortical cyst in left kidney of 21 23 mm in midpole cortex?

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Monitor: Needs monitoring by imaging and may need intervention rarely if it gets infected or bleeds into it.

Question 3

m58, ct scan says "bilateral renal cortical cyst noted. the largest cyst at the upper pole of the left kidney measures 3.8x5 cm." is this significiant?

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Probably not: The majority of people develop a few kidney cysts, especially by the time we reach your age. They are usually benign. A kidney ultrasound would better characterize if it is a simple cyst (benign) or not, especially if there was no IV contrast in the CT scan. It should be noted how many cysts were found, which was not apparent in your description, so I'm only assuming one on each kidney.

Question 4

left kidney cyst 22mm?

Accepted Answer

Likely benign: While likely benign it is best to consult with your doctor to make sure it is not part of a more complex mass and to establish follow up imaging and referral to urologist if necessary.

Question 5

i have an anechoic cyst on my left kidney.5*7 mm.it is harmful in my future?

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Cyst: You have a cyst that is small and has no internal echoes, suggesting a simple cyst. if worried best option is a repeat Ultrasound in 8-12 moths, most of these tiny cyst are not a cause of concern. The US machine are very sensitive and they can pick up these tiny cyst.

Question 6

im 33 and diagnose has a cyst on left kidney.i also felt numbness on the left midback?

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Not uncommon: Kidney cyst are not uncommon and they can present with back pain. Can be caused by stones blocking egress. It should be measured and followed by a urologist.

Question 7

i was told a cyst on my left kidney grew 11mm over the last 5yrs. should this need to be removed, is that painful? can it cause stones?

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Investigate: Usually if it is a "simple cyst" (i.e. With no signs of cancer), and does not hurt or cause bleeding or uti, a cyst does not need to be removed and can be watched with serial imaging over time.

Question 8

what is the difference between a typical and simple kidney cyst? i have a typical simple cyst of 1 cm on left kidney. i 'm male 31 years...

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Atypical v simple: Simple cyst is a sac that contains clear liquid. It is usually benign. Atypical means non-typical. The contents here are not clear. It may contain old blood, fatty tissues, or solid tissue. We worry about possibility of solid tissue because it may be cancerous; hence, the follow up ultrasound which is designed to detect growth in order to allow for prompt intervention if needed.

Question 9

so i have a cyst 27mm by 22 mm on my left kidney they said its a simple cyst that shouldnt cause any pain but it seems that it burns on that l side?

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Cyst unlikely to be: the cause of symptoms. There may be some other issue, but it is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you.
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Question 10

age 65, prosatate 25 cm3 rt kidney 8.6 cmwith increased ecchgenicity and intact cmd samll cyst 1.2 cm seen inv lower pole. left kidney: 11cm with mult

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Please, rephrase: Info that you sent are not worrisome. But, to get a good answer, resend question. Age & sex are included, you don't need to mention them. Focus on one topic that has no answer to you. Note the limit of space. Left kidney is normally little bigger than right one.  A few simple cysts are usually not a concern.

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What is cortical cyst in the left kidney? is it normal to have it? is their i medication for it?

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There is simple cortical cyst in left kidney of 21 23 mm in midpole cortex?

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M58, ct scan says "bilateral renal cortical cyst noted. the largest cyst at the upper pole of the left kidney measures 3.8x5 cm." is this significiant?

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Left kidney cyst 22mm?

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I have an anechoic cyst on my left kidney.5*7 mm.it is harmful in my future?

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Im 33 and diagnose has a cyst on left kidney.i also felt numbness on the left midback?

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I was told a cyst on my left kidney grew 11mm over the last 5yrs. should this need to be removed, is that painful? can it cause stones?

A member asked:

What is the difference between a typical and simple kidney cyst? i have a typical simple cyst of 1 cm on left kidney. i 'm male 31 years...

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So i have a cyst 27mm by 22 mm on my left kidney they said its a simple cyst that shouldnt cause any pain but it seems that it burns on that l side?

A member asked:

Age 65, prosatate 25 cm3 rt kidney 8.6 cmwith increased ecchgenicity and intact cmd samll cyst 1.2 cm seen inv lower pole. left kidney: 11cm with mult

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