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what is the definition or description of: gliosis?

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Gliosis: Gliosis   can be seen with MS or CVA's.  It ii associated with scarring &amp; production of dense neuroglia involving the central nervous system.

Question 2

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 3

what is the definition or description of: cystic fibrosis?

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Genetic disorder: Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder involving lungs & digestive tract, causing recurrent lung infections due to thick inspissated mucus & poor growth in majority of patients due to malabsorption. Treatment involves inhaled respiratory therapies to prevent lung disease & pancreatic enzymes to enable absorption of nutrients. Average life expectancy is near 40 years, new therapies being developed.

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what is the definition or description of: cystic acne?

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Severe, scarring: Acne cysts are large nodules developing deep within the dermis, or second layer of skin. They are painful, disfiguring, and may cause deep scars. There is often a genetic predisposition to cystic acne. Treatment usually requires systemic medication including oral isotretinoin, and should be started early, before the scarring is established.

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what is ischemic gliosis?

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Ischemic gliosis: The scar tissue that forms in the brain and spinal cord after damage from lack of oxygen or blood flow to a specific area (stroke) or diffusely (heart attack with no blood to the brain).

Question 6

what is a hypoechoic cystic lesion?

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Indeterminate: A true cyst on ultrasound is, by definition, echo free or anechoic. A hypoechoic nodule has low level internal echoes that are less than surrounding tissue but not actually a cyst. So the finding is indeterminate.

Question 7

how to manage cystic lesion in talus?

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Depends: This will require more information. Is it painful? Does it involve the cartilage? Has MRI test been performed?

Question 8

what does it mean by malignant gliosis?

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: There is insufficient information to provide a meaningful opinion. Was it the result of a brain biopsy? Who gave you this information? Do you have any symptoms? It would be useful to talk to a doctor, in person.

Question 9

how to remove multi septated cystic lesion?

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Cystic Lesion: It depends where this lesion is. You should see your pcp who can refer you to appropriate specialist.

Question 10

how do i manage poly cystic overian syndrome?

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: You find a doctor that practices Obstetrics and Gynecology or at least has training in that area, you have a history/physical and labs done to find the status of your condition. You then make a plan with that doc on how you manage this chronic condition to meet your long-term goals. Cases differ in intensity &amp; effect on life. No one plan fits all.

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