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I know mine wasn't the biggest (37 cm and almost 20 pounds) when they removed it, so there must be some really huge ones out there. The Sarcoma Surgical Unit at MD Anderson removed it and said they have had bigger ones than that. Mine was removed because I had a stem cell transplant 5 months later for Myelofibrosis and they didn't want it in (a large spleen will sequester the donor's cells). I had my transplant and am going on one year survival this month. To people who read this because they're considering having it done, make sure you watch out for post operative ascites... they dang near killed me and the team didn't want to believe that was what it was. Be informed.
Alan
MF 3/06 SCT 9/11
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Can the spleen regenerate itself?
I had my spleen removed 40 years ago and have since had two operations where it was noted that I had two small spleens grow in its place. Since then I have had some ultra sounds and have been told that there are now 4 small spleens. I believe they work as I was never given antibiotics to counter infections and at first it took a while to recover from colds but now I recover quite quickly. I had my spleen removed after a car accident at age 14. I took antibiotics for 3 years following the accident. (I include this because the above person seems to think antibiotics will inhibit growth.) I formed a small replacement spleen. These spleens do not come from nowhere and they are not reformations the original spleen. The form from small lymph like nodes located near the spleen. Only some people have them and occasionally after a spleen is removed (A spleen is basically a large complex lymph node) This small node will take over some of the functions of the spleen. There is nothing magical about it; It is simply the act of a previously useless node partially taking over the function of the spleen. It does grow in size and can be quite helpful. However it does not (as far as my research shows) protect against encapsulated bacteria like a spleen would. Encapsulated bacteria being possibly the largest threat to a person lacking a spleen. This is NOT regeneration of the original spleen. It is a node taking over some of the functions of the spleen.
When was the spleen first discovered?
The spleen was first discovered in ancient times by the ancient Egyptians and mentioned in their medical papyri around 1600 BCE. However, it was the ancient Greeks, specifically Hippocrates and Galen, who provided the first detailed descriptions and understanding of the function of the spleen.
What is the purpose of the spleen?
The spleen has two purposes. The first purpose of the spleen is to filter your blood of old blood cells and any foreign bodies. The second purpose of the spleen is to coordiante the immune system.
What if your patient complains for a runny nose what shoul you do first?
First, assess if the runny nose is accompanied by other symptoms. Offer tissues and advise the patient to practice good hygiene, such as regular handwashing. If symptoms persist or worsen, consider recommending over-the-counter remedies or consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
When does a physician-patient relationship begin?
A physician-patient relationship typically begins when a patient seeks medical advice or treatment from a physician, and the physician agrees to provide care. This relationship is based on mutual consent and the expectation of confidentiality, trust, and professionalism between the two parties.
Does first aid care of elevating limbs help with a ruptured spleen?
No. In fact it may worsen it by increasing the amount of blood flowing to the torso. A ruptured spleen must be treated surgically.
Can the spleen regenerate itself?
I had my spleen removed 40 years ago and have since had two operations where it was noted that I had two small spleens grow in its place. Since then I have had some ultra sounds and have been told that there are now 4 small spleens. I believe they work as I was never given antibiotics to counter infections and at first it took a while to recover from colds but now I recover quite quickly. I had my spleen removed after a car accident at age 14. I took antibiotics for 3 years following the accident. (I include this because the above person seems to think antibiotics will inhibit growth.) I formed a small replacement spleen. These spleens do not come from nowhere and they are not reformations the original spleen. The form from small lymph like nodes located near the spleen. Only some people have them and occasionally after a spleen is removed (A spleen is basically a large complex lymph node) This small node will take over some of the functions of the spleen. There is nothing magical about it; It is simply the act of a previously useless node partially taking over the function of the spleen. It does grow in size and can be quite helpful. However it does not (as far as my research shows) protect against encapsulated bacteria like a spleen would. Encapsulated bacteria being possibly the largest threat to a person lacking a spleen. This is NOT regeneration of the original spleen. It is a node taking over some of the functions of the spleen.
Can adhesions grow back in your abdomen just after 6 weeks of having them surgically removed?
yes adhesions form in the first 3 to 7 days after a surgery.
When was the spleen first discovered?
The spleen was first discovered in ancient times by the ancient Egyptians and mentioned in their medical papyri around 1600 BCE. However, it was the ancient Greeks, specifically Hippocrates and Galen, who provided the first detailed descriptions and understanding of the function of the spleen.
Is it possible to have two hysterectomies?
That depends. A hysterectomy is when the uterus is surgically removed. If the entire uterus is removed then a second hysterectomy is not possible. In the past it was common for the surgeon to leave the cervix (the lower part of the uterus) in place while removing the rest of it. If this was done then it would be possible to have another surgery where the remnant that was left the first time is removed.
Do you lose weight when you have a spleen removed?
Because you may not feel like eating much in the first week or two, you might lose a few pounds as you recover from surgery. Most people easily regain that sort of weight loss when they get back to full activity. A normal sized spleen weighs well under one pound. Even an enlarged spleen does not weigh more than 3 or 4 pounds. In most cases, removal of the spleen does not result in significant weight loss.
What happens if you get your adenoids taken out a second time?
Well,It is physically impossible, due to the fact that once they are surgically removed the first time, they are no longer in your body, hence, impossible to remove a second time.I am a liscensed surgeon, so you can trust my answer.Hope this helps!
How are you related to the children of your first cousin once removed?
The nephews of your first cousin once removed, like the children of your first cousin once removed, are your first cousins twice removed.
What do you call your first cousin once removed's child?
The child of your first cousin, once removed, is your first cousin, twice removed, if your first cousin once removed is the child of your first cousin. If your first cousin once removed in the first cousin of one of your parents, the child is your second cousin.
What would your first cousin twice removed children be to you?
The children of your first cousin twice removed are your first cousins, thrice removed - or three times removed.
Who was Florence Nightingale's first patient?
her first living patient was a sheep dog
What is your first cousin once removed to your child?
If your first cousin once removed is your parent's first cousin, then your first cousin once removed is your child's first cousin twice removed.If your first cousin once removed is the child of your first cousin, then your first cousin once removed is your child's second cousin.
