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A member asked:
How common are kidney lesions? are they cysts? i was told i have a 5mm low density lesion and concerned?
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Benign "cysts" (fluid filled with low density) are common in kidneys, and not generally needful of biopsy or removal. Always consult a nephrology physician for interpretation of the ultrasound results, however.
Answered 10/1/2022
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That is a tiny lesion which is very hard to characterize; however, most likely it is a benign cyst because of the low density and it is the most common finding with renal ultrasound.
Answered 10/1/2022
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