Question 1

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 2

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 3

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.

Question 4

what could probable causes of my enlarged spleen?

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Many things: Could be normal, bone marrow problems, lymphoma, leukemia, blood clot, infections.  Depends on how big.  Any abnormal blood findings?  Any weight loss.  Hope this helps.

Question 5

is having an enlarged spleen contagious?

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NO: Having an enlarged spleen has numerous causes.  Some are due to infectious diseases but the enlarged spleen is a symptom of a disease process and is not contagious.

Question 6

can an enlarged spleen cause chest pain?

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Enlarged spleen: Sometimes discomfort on the left side of the chest accompanies splenic enlargement.

Question 7

does cirrhosis always cause enlarged spleen?

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No: This may actually only happen quite late, or never.

Question 8

is there a quick cure for an enlarged spleen?

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quick doesn&#x27;t equal:  better. You would need a comprehensive work up

Question 9

what causes an enlarged spleen? do not have mono.

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SPLENOMEGALY: CAUSES: Many:  though not that common. Typhoid, septicemia, abscess/cyst in spleen, some viral infection, malaria, toxoplasma infection; hemolytic anemias- e.g. Thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, hereditary spherocytosis; lymphoma, leukemia; some metabolic diseases; liver cirrhosis with portal vein hypertension; sarcoidosis; rheumatoid arthritis.
Sound scary, if feeling too sick, check with your doctor.

Question 10

what are natural treatments for an enlarged spleen?

Accepted Answer

No such thing: Enlarged spleen has a cause, and treatment is according to the original disease, and degree of enlargement, kindly consult the doctor who made the diagnosis

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