Question 1

cyst on liver common?

Accepted Answer

Liver Cyst: Most of these are not to worry about.  Ask you doctor if he agrees and then relax!

Question 2

cyst on liver should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Liver Cyst: Most of these are not to worry about.  Ask you doctor if he agrees and then relax!

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Cysts in either of these organs tend to persist,
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 4

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 5

what does a gallbladder sludge and cyst in the liver mean?

Accepted Answer

Benign findings : Gallbladder sludge can be seen with rapid weight loss, prolonged fasting, really sick patients with low/absent oral intake or use of tpn.Certain drugs (i.e. Ceftriaxone) can also cause it.The clinical course of sludge varies - often going away if the causative agent is eliminated. Asymptomatic patients require no therapy. If symptomatic or complications arise cholecystectomy may be indicated.

Question 6

what's the difference between a cyst and abcess on the liver?

Accepted Answer

Infection: Liver cysts are very common and the vast majority cause no problems. Liver abscesses cause fever and pain and can be very serious. They require antibiotics and sometimes require drainage.

Question 7

i have 13mm cyst on left lobe in my liver. do i have to worry?

Accepted Answer

No: Not to worry
Called an "incidental" finding.....something which is NOTED but for which no further diagnostic testing or treatment is necessary!

Hope this is helpful!

Dr Z

Question 8

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 9

i am tired all the time.  could the cysts on my liver be the cause of my fatique?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Liver cysts are very common (up to 7% of population have them).  Usually these are discovered "incidentally" while looking for other problems.  Simple liver cysts are almost always asymptomatic and would be very unlikely to cause fatigue.  Continue to work with your doctor to find an explanation and possible solution to your fatigue.

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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