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proteinaceous cyst in the liver
A 32-year-old female asked:

Dr. Michael Ginsburg answered
12 years experience Interventional Radiology
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 ... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:

Dr. Darrell Herrington answered
34 years experience Family Medicine
Depends : Tests need to be done first to determine the specific organism, then treatment of the infestation and its consequences can be initiated. See your doct ... Read More
A 48-year-old member asked:

Dr. Sewa Legha answered
50 years experience Medical Oncology
No, no connection: There is no link between liver cysts and bone cancers which typically do not spread to the liver(often spread only to the lungs).
A 55-year-old female asked:

Dr. Tonya Fordham answered
22 years experience Family Medicine
More history needed: This a rare occurrence and more history would be needed to give a educated opinion. I hope all is well with you.
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A 44-year-old member asked:

Dr. Kevin Daus answered
37 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Liver Cyst: Most of these are not to worry about. Ask you doctor if he agrees and then relax!
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A 44-year-old member asked:

Dr. Kevin Daus answered
37 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Liver Cyst: Most of these are not to worry about. Ask you doctor if he agrees and then relax!
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A 52-year-old female asked:

Dr. David Brouwer answered
30 years experience Internal Medicine
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 ... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered
49 years experience Pathology
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, ... Read More
A 52-year-old female asked:

Dr. David Masiello answered
18 years experience Hematology and Oncology
Yes: Elevated hemoglobin is not always reflective of bone marrow disorders. Secondary causes of erythrocytosis can include: Poly cystic liver/kidney dise ... Read More
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A 50-year-old male asked:

Dr. David Houghton answered
Specializes in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
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 antibi ... Read More
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