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What would cause inflammation in fat on a ct scan? my 63 y/o mom has had severe pain on & off on the side of her abdomen. ct scan was looking for kidney stones- none were found. dr wants her to see surgeon & get ultrasound. what would cause this?

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Dr. Jerome Zacks answered

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Mesenteritis (rare): There is an entity termed mesenteritis which could cause this. However, there are many other possibilities which must be considered based upon a methodical evaluation by a GI specialist, a surgeon or other experienced physician.

Answered 10/30/2020

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A member asked:

What would cause inflammation in fat on a ct scan? my 63 y/o mom has had severe pain on & off on the side of her abdomen. ct scan was looking for kidney stones- none were found. dr wants her to see surgeon & get ultrasound. what would cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jerome Zacks answered

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