Question 1

what is cystic hygroma?

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Cyst of the neck: It's a large cyst of the neck, typically seen in newborns.  There is an association with turner's sydrome, where a baby girl is born with only one x chromosome.  (45, xo).

Question 2

can a baby die from cystic hygroma?

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Cystic hygroma: Cystic hygroma often associated with fetal chromosomal anomaly some of which are lethal but not all.

Question 3

what are the tests for cystic hygroma?

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? Tests ?: The cystic hygroma is usually suspected due to size, location & characteristics. Laboratory examination of the excised mass confirms the initial assessment.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of cystic hygroma?

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It depends.: Many cases of this are found in utero, or after birth, so often there are no symptoms, just the sign of a swelling in the neck by the posterior triangle at or after birth.  Some can be large and can affect breathing and swallowing.  They can resolve, but if they are large, they need to be drained.  In any case, these patients need to be in a neonatal center capable of monitoring and treating them.

Question 5

what is a cystic hygroma associated with?

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Nil to chromosomal: Cystic hygroma can be found in healthy babies or in babies born with chromosome abnormalities. The outcome is generally better for a baby that does not have a chromosome abnormality. About 60% of cystic hygromas result from chromosome abnormalities. Common disorders associated with cystic hygroma are turner syndrome and trisomies.

Question 6

what kind of condition is a cystic hygroma?

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Developmental: Cystic hygromas are developmental anomalies of the lymphatics.  These are generally seen in children and become large and affect nearby organs, even though the lesions themselves are benign. These are often present in the neck, back and chest.

Question 7

what are some home remedies for cystic hygroma?

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Cystic hygroma: A cystic hygroma is an abnormality of the lymphatic system. A fetus diagnosed with a cystic hygroma has only a 17% chance of surviving and being born alive. There are no home remedies for a cystic hygroma.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: cystic hygroma?

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Cystic Hygroma: Most common form of lymphangioma.  Lesion that arises from lymphatic tissue. Often found in the left posterior triangle of neck and armpit.

Question 9

had to have tmfr due to cystic hygroma and turners syndrome last week, how long til i could try again and what are chances of a repeat outcome?

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2 months: Allow your body to heal. Give yourself 2months. At 40, the risk of another turner's is nominal. The risk of any chromosomal problem is 1/100. Check  with your provider for more information and advice.

Question 10

13 week scan told cystic hygroma present, no size or position indicated, why and how would the need tobe confirmed, thought the scan already did that?

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Genetic evaluation: Cystic hygroma can be found in healthy babies or in babies born with chromosome abnormalities. The outcome is generally better for a baby that does not have a chromosome abnormality. About 60% of cystic hygromas result from chromosome abnormalities. Turner's syndrome is the most commonly encountered genetic abnormality.

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