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Had mri on my enlarged thymus, the doc said on our on balance decision after mri scan would be for a thymectomy! but he has not told me why?
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Ask your doctor: Ask your questions assertively. These symptoms can only be adequately diagnosed only after a thorough evaluation by your doctor. This may include labs and other satudies. Once all of the information is in, your doctor can let you know what's going on, and what to do to help you.
Answered 1/26/2013
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Big thymus: Myesthnia gravis may be associated with an enlarged thymus, but you need to be checked out further by your physician.
Answered 1/26/2013
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Depends: Depends on what the exact diagnosis is. If myasthenia gravis, thymectomy may be curative. Generally patients may demonstrate 1. Cure, 2. Asymptomatic on medications, 3. Stable symptoms on medications and/or decreased medications. This link may help: http://goo.Gl/3xxmd.
Answered 10/23/2017
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