Question 1

what is synovial hypertrophy?

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See details: It is thickening of the membrane which lines the joint, usually as the result of inflammation.

Question 2

what does small effusion and synovial hypertrophy at the ac joint mean?

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I think you: Are reading and MRI report.  The acromio-clavicular joint is in the shoulder between the acromion process of the scapula (shoulder blade bone) and the clavicle (collar bone).  An effusion is fluid in a joint.  Synovium is a lining of a joint.  Hypertrophy means that it has become large.  In translation, it means you have a slightly damaged shoulder.  Follow your doctor's advice.

Question 3

what can be done if you have synovial cysts?

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Depends: If they are symptomatic or restrict function, they can be removed depending upon location. Sometimes a trial of a splint to restrict use can help. Consult with a hand specialist.

Question 4

is synovial chondrofibromatosis treated by radiation?

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Synovial Disorders: Synovial chondromatosis, which is a proliferative disease of the synovium, results in multiple intra-articular loose bodies. This condition is typically treated surgically with open or arthroscopic synovectomy and/or loose body removal. See your local orthopaedic surgeon for treatment of this condition.

Question 5

what is a synovial cyst?

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Fluid filled sac...: That can develop over any tendon or joint in the body. Usually, joint is damaged in some way, such as with osteoarthritis, where there is some destruction of the integrity of the joint space. Mostly, not painful or disabling, though may be unsightly. Exceptions would include one that is within the lower lumbar spine impinging on nerves; or knee 'baker's cyst' causing pain & swelling (r/o dvt).

Question 6

synovial fluid analysis tells what?

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Cause of joint probl: Synovial fluid is analysed when you are looking for causes of joint and musculo skeletal problems especially if you suspect an inflammatory type problem.

Question 7

can i exercise with a synovial cyst?

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Probably: Obviously it rally depends on what you are doing and where the cyst is located.
In general the cyst is just filled with fluid
so as long as your exercise doesn't exacerbate your symptoms you should be
able to do most activities.

Question 8

what could be the cuase of synovial swelling ?

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Synovial swelling -: -is a joints response to irritation such as RA, infection, arthritis in general. specific joints as the knee all the above + cartilage tears, ACL, MCL,PCL, OR LCL STRAINS OR TEARS. there R OTHER JOINT SPECIFIC CAUSES. SORRY ABOUT THE CAPS. this is better. also viral diseases, as well as limes, rheumatic fever, &amp; the list goes on.

Question 9

in what case would synovial biopsy be required?

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?tumor?: Synovial tissues may contain tumors, primary or metastatic, or they may be inflamed by various processes including infections or autoimmune diseases.  Synovial biopsies are done to identify any tumor as to its type, rule out tumor, and identify the nature of any inflammatory process which may be present.  They are done when there are clinical or imaging findings to suggest one of these diagnoses.

Question 10

why would   one need a synovial fluid analysis test?

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Inflam.  arthritis: Some inflammatory arthropathies cause joint pain and swelling.  Analysis of the fluid can determine the cause.

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