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I recently had a ct scan and it showed that i have a 2.5cm low density lesion upper pole right kidney. what does this mean? should i be concerned?
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Most: of the time these turn out to be benign cysts, but you may need to have an ultrasound to be sure. Talk to your doctor about the results.
Answered 5/14/2015
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I am 35 and was informed through CT scan that I have a "low density" 6mm lesion on my kidney that they believe is a cyst. I am really worried. Are lesions on the kidney common? Is low density a good thing?
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What is the difference between a kidney lesion and kidney mass? 4-6mm low density lesion here identified by Ct scan with contrast and am worried and scared?
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