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Does the spleen hypertrophy?
Yes, the spleen can hypertrophy under certain conditions such as infection, autoimmune diseases, or certain types of cancers. Hypertrophy of the spleen is often a sign of an underlying health issue and may require medical evaluation and treatment.
What is the relationship of your spleen to mono?
The spleen plays a role in filtering the blood and immune response, so it can be affected by infections like mono (mononucleosis). In mono, the spleen can become enlarged and work harder to help fight the infection, which can lead to symptoms like abdominal pain and tenderness. It's important to avoid strenuous physical activity if you have an enlarged spleen due to mono to prevent complications like splenic rupture.
When you have mononucleosis why does your spleen swell?
Mononucleosis is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, which infects and stimulates the immune system, leading to an enlarged spleen. The spleen is an important organ in the immune system that helps filter and remove old or damaged blood cells, and in response to the virus, it may become enlarged as it works to fight the infection. It's important to be cautious with physical activity when the spleen is enlarged to prevent injury.
What DOES calcified granulmas in spleen MEAN?
Calcified granulomas in the spleen typically indicate old, healed infections, such as tuberculosis or fungal infections. These granulomas are composed of immune cells and fibrous tissue that have surrounded and contained the infection. If calcified granulomas are found incidentally on imaging, it may not require any specific treatment if the underlying infection has been successfully treated.
What could be the cause of my sons spleen being swollen?
The spleen is an infection fighting organ. An infection is probably causing your son's spleen to be swollen. There are physicians that specialize in infectious diseases. If your family physician tested for mono, and it was not that, you need a referral to a physician who specializes in infectious diseases. If that physician can not help you, you need a referral to a University Medical Center or a Major Clinic.
What is the medical term meaning infection of the spleen?
There is no general medical term meaning infection of the spleen. Splenitis is the term for inflammation of the spleen.
Can one conceive while having spleen infection?
yes
What are the implications of having a nonfunctioning spleen?
increased risk of infection
Is the spleen normally palpable?
No, the spleen is not normally palpable in healthy individuals. If the spleen is palpable, it may indicate an underlying medical condition such as an infection, inflammation, or enlargement. A healthcare provider should evaluate any palpable spleen.
Can a kidney infection cause an enlarged spleen?
I am an anesthesiologist, so I do not possess a subspecialist's knowledge of either the kidney or the spleen. However, based on the medical knowledge I do have, I would say that it would be highly unlikely that a kidney infection would result in an enlarged spleen.
What is size of spleen?
The normal size of a spleen is 12 to 14 cm across. If it is larger than that, there may be an infection or illness causing the expansion.
What will happen if you were exposed to 1.5 sieverts?
Mild to severe nausea, loss of appetite, infection; more severe bone marrow, lymph node, spleen damage; recovery probable, not assured.
What becomes warm reddendand tender to the touch when your body fights infection?
the spleen :)
What is the relationship between a spleen and an infection?
The spleen is responsible for producing white blood cells. These cells are extremely important in their role fighting infections in the body.
Weight of a spleen?
The average weight of an adult spleen is 0.44 lbs. During and after digestion, the size of the spleen increases. Infection of malaria or mono can also cause the spleen to increase in size. If the increase in size is significant, the spleen can rupture. If the spleen ruptures, immediate medicalcare is necessary. You may need emergency surgery to control the bleeding.
What is another word of spleen?
"Spleen" is a medical term. Splen- is the medical terminology combining form meaning spleen, as in splenectomy and splenorrhagia.SPENO
Why is your spleen 13.8cm when it should be 12cm?
It could be anatomic variation, recent acute infection, chronic infection, blood disorders, just to name a few possibilities. Ask your health care provider for information specific to your situation.
