Question 1

what is the treatment for cystic hygroma?

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Excision if desired: The cystic hygroma is usually suspected due to size, location & characteristics. Laboratory examination of the excised mass confirms the initial assessment. Small defects may be left alone if desired. Many larger defects can interfere with general functions & should be removed.

Question 2

cmv igm 0.92 igg 378, had a fetus with cystic hygroma before & terminated this preg. is it safe to try to get preg again or do i need treatment first?

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Safe to get pregnant: just keep follow up with your obstetrician,good luck

Question 3

is hyperbaric oxygen therapy really good for subdural hematoma?

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Subdural hematoma: There is no proof that hyperbaric oxygen can help with subdural hematoma.

Question 4

what is cystic hygroma?

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Cyst of the neck: It's a large cyst of the neck, typically seen in newborns.  There is an association with turner's sydrome, where a baby girl is born with only one x chromosome.  (45, xo).

Question 5

can fetus die from cystic hygroma?

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No, but: The underlying chromosomal problem may be fatal.

Question 6

what is the cure for cystic hygroma?

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No cure per se.: Cystic hygroma (ch) is typically seen around 12-22 weeks in fetuses with turner/down syndrome, or severe cardiac/skeletal anomalies. It's a marker of disorders and not a problem in and of itself. As such, no specific treatment is warranted in utero. It may lead to a pregnancy loss or completely resolve. Rare newborns have persistent ch and merit consultation with plastic surgery; tincture of time!

Question 7

whats the reason of my cystic hygroma?

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? bad luck: Lymphangioma develop in the neck, but they do develop as part of some syndromes, such as turner syndrome and down syndrome. If you have a syndrome it is a much higher chance of getting the tumor.

Question 8

can babies with cystic hygroma survive long?

Accepted Answer

Some do: It depends on what, if any, underlying abnormality they have.

Question 9

need a specialist to evaluate rare cystic hygroma!?

Accepted Answer

Genetics, MFM.: Cystic hygroma is typically seen with fetuses affected by turner syndrome or down syndrome. Seek care with a perinatal geneticist, genetic counselor and maternal-fetal medicine specialist to assess the final diagnosis and your reproductive options asap.

Question 10

what are the effects of cystic hygromas on pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Cystic hygromas that develop early in the pregnancy are usually associated with a chromosomal problem.  Cystic hygromas that develop later in the pregnancy usually indicate some viral infection that has caused some problems with lymph drainage.  You should see a high risk doctor.

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