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4cm densely calcified meningioma along right anterior convexity and he says its benign. er dr doubts it will ever grow anymore than that. still have other follow ups scheduled to be sure but how worried should i be?
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The ER doctor is correct, you should be fine. Take care.
Answered 6/25/2023
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Meningiomas are very slowly growing and the calcification indicates a very chronic and inactive lesion. Although it is highly unlikely that there will ever be an increase in size, it would be prudent in the future to have periodic imaging to be sure.
Answered 6/25/2023
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