Question 1

can mild iron deficiency cause an enlarged spleen? if so, would spleen automatically return to normal with iron supplement?

Accepted Answer

Be seen.: The iron deficiency may be caused by the spleen chewing up red blood cells...And that leads to the iron deficiency. You should be seen and evaluated. Could be a mild hemolytic anemia from meds or a hereditary problem not yet detected ...It would be best if you were seen.

Question 2

my mom had her spleen removed due to cancer, and her immune system isn't good. are there certain vitamins/supplements that might help?

Accepted Answer

Splenectomy: Hopefully she has been immunized against the pneumococcus and meningococcus. If she sticks to a healthy diet hopefully she will be ok. There are no proven supplements that will restore her immune function.

Question 3

what does your spleen do?

Accepted Answer

Many important: In addition to having a fun name to pronounce, the spleen filters and helps recycle blood cells, and helps fight certain types of infections.

Here is some further information on the spleen.
http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-spleen.

Question 4

what can cause spleen pain?

Accepted Answer

Spleen pain: injury, hemorrhage,Sickle cell crisis, infection.

Question 5

cure of enlargement of spleen?

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First we need to: Know why the spleen is enlarged. Then treatment plan can be developed.

Question 6

what does spotso on a spleen mean?

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What kind of test: Depending on the type of test and the type of spots. Often, granulomas or splenic infarcts. Talk to your doctor at follow up.

Question 7

why do peole get enlarged spleens?

Accepted Answer

See below: This can be a result of a variety of conditions such as liver disease and hematological disorders as well as some infections such as mono.

Question 8

how would i tell if i hurt my spleen?

Accepted Answer

Only CT can tell : The spleen may be injured any time there is a significant impact to your lower left chest. It's difficult to tell pain from bruised or broken ribs in that area from a spleen injury. The only way to tell for sure is with a ct scan.

Question 9

what is the white pulp of the spleen?

Accepted Answer

Spleen white pulp: (Pulp = soft fleshy shapeless mass) the white pulp of the spleen is the the lymphoid tissue part of the spleen, contains white blood cells, traps microbes, produces antibodies, together with the red pulp, intermingled, form the splenic tissue.
Check this link for more info
http://www.innerbody.com/image/dige06.html#full-description

Question 10

what kind of dr do i see for my spleen?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: It depends on why you believe your spleen is a problem. If you have been told specifically by a doctor that you have a splenic disorder, then you need to see either a hematologist or a surgeon, depending on what the initial doctor who suspected the problem feels is most appropriate. If, however, you just suspect the spleen, you should see your primary care doctor first to verify it. Good luck.

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Can mild iron deficiency cause an enlarged spleen? if so, would spleen automatically return to normal with iron supplement?

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My mom had her spleen removed due to cancer, and her immune system isn't good. are there certain vitamins/supplements that might help?

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What does your spleen do?

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What can cause spleen pain?

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Cure of enlargement of spleen?

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What does spotso on a spleen mean?

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Why do peole get enlarged spleens?

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How would i tell if i hurt my spleen?

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What is the white pulp of the spleen?

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What kind of dr do i see for my spleen?

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