Question 1

can filum terminale ependyoma (and nerve sheath tumor) on l2 cause issues with erection/ejaculation?

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Yes: If the tumor compresses on the nerve roots it may cause the symptoms you mentioned.

Question 2

is swordfish fatty?

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Swordfish: Swordfish is a relatively lean fish, and very tasty when grilled.  Unfortunately as a large, top predator fish, it is prone to high mercury and other toxin content.  It's also an overfished species.

Question 3

fatty tumors painful?

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Lipomas: Generally lipomas are painless.  It's possible that depending on where they are or how big they re, they could give you pain however.

Question 4

are fatty tumors dangerous ?

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Common fatty tumor: is lipoma  ,is benign tumor  not dangerous , the malignant type is liposarcoma is dangerous, fortunately not common.

Question 5

what causes fatty tumors on the back?

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I am not sure: If you are referring to multiple lipomas? See a dermatologist to accurately diagnose the tumors.

Question 6

eating fatty foods make me sick. why?

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? Gall Bladder: Your gall bladder is in your r upper abd, up under your ribs, and very typically hurts after eating fatty foods. The gb holds bile, which helps digest fat, but stones may for in the bile, making it painful.

Question 7

for what reasons we prefer fatty foods ?

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1 reason: One reason is that fat enhances flavor.  What does a dog like more- dry dog food or dry dog food with fat mixed in?

Question 8

how to reduce or eliminate fatty tumors?

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Excision.: The most common type of "fatty tumor" is called a lipoma.  These tumors are benign and are often felt / palpated underneath the skin on the trunk and arms / legs.  They are generally mobile and soft.  Lipomas are not malignant and do not have malignant potential.  If a lipoma is concerning or cosmetically unacceptable, the standard treatment is surgical excision.

Question 9

fatty hump at base of neck, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Brown fat: If it's in back at the base of your neck, chances are its a collection of brown fat. Brown fat differs from regular white fat in that it's rich in mitochondria and metabolically active. While the role in adults is unclear, it may have a function in regulating body weight. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 10

what are some disadvantages of fatty food?

Accepted Answer

Obesity: You are more likely to gain weight with fatty foods and obesity predisposes to many diseases. See this site for details.
http://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/aag/obesity.htm.

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Can filum terminale ependyoma (and nerve sheath tumor) on l2 cause issues with erection/ejaculation?

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What causes fatty tumors on the back?

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Eating fatty foods make me sick. why?

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For what reasons we prefer fatty foods ?

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