Question 1

what exactly are liver cysts?

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Benign findings: Liver cysts are just small empty pockets in the liver. They are common and not usually indicative of any disease or problem.

Question 2

what are prebilary liver cysts ??

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: Peribiliary cysts occur in the setting of chronic liver disease where it is a rare, benign, and often asymptomatic disorder. They consist of cystic formations around the intrahepatic biliary ducts, primarily in a hilar distribution.
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Question 3

are liver cysts something to be worried about?

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It depends...: It depends.  There are several causes of liver cysts, but in general if they are found incidentally on an ultrasound or ct scan and are "simple" cysts then there is nothing to be worried about.  If they are "complex" cysts or solid then further evaluation may be indicated.  If you have infectious symptoms or have been in an area where parasites are prevalent then amebiasis can occur in liver cysts.

Question 4

could you tell me what are liver cysts and how do they affect you ?

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Cysts: Liver cysts usually arise from the bile ducts.  They are completely harmless.  The only exception would be in cases of congenital cysts which affect the kidneys as well (polycystic kidney disease).

Question 5

how can i reduce liver cysts and what kind of food are good for the liver cysts?

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Not affected by food: The term liver cyst usually refers to solitary nonparasitic cysts of the liver, also known as simple cysts. However, several other cystic lesions must be distinguished from true simple cysts, including: multiple cysts arising in the setting of polycystic liver disease, parasitic or hydatid (echinococcal) cysts, cystic tumors, and abscesses.  Treatment differs by cause but food does not affect cyst.

Question 6

is it possible for 4  liver cysts under 1cm to disappear with a good diet and excerise?

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Liver cyst : Typically those cysts remain , however you should consult with a liver expert.

Question 7

can simple kidney or liver cysts go away on their own?

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Not usually: Cysts in either of these organs tend to persist,
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Question 8

any correlation between high hemoglobin and liver cysts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Elevated hemoglobin is not always reflective of bone marrow disorders.  Secondary causes of erythrocytosis can include:  Poly cystic liver/kidney disease, EPO secreting tumors, obstructive sleep apnea, heart and lung diseases.  In order to determine the cause of elevated hemoglobin a serum EPO level should be performed.

Question 9

how can i have a couple of small liver cysts and kidney cysts at only age 35?

Accepted Answer

Cysts liver kidney: Common and apparently you had a test that shows them .

Question 10

since liver itself does not produce pain sensation. then how some small liver cysts cause pain?

Accepted Answer

Liver pain: Two possibilities. (1) pressure upon the liver capsule (outer lining of the liver), which is sensitive to pain. (2) blockage of ducts within the liver with resultant back pressure.

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How can i reduce liver cysts and what kind of food are good for the liver cysts?

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Is it possible for 4 liver cysts under 1cm to disappear with a good diet and excerise?

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Can simple kidney or liver cysts go away on their own?

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Any correlation between high hemoglobin and liver cysts?

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Since liver itself does not produce pain sensation. then how some small liver cysts cause pain?

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