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question:I recently had a scan that showed a 8.4mm cyst on my left kidney. However as I was being scanned for gallstones, the cyst was never mentioned (the scan was done overseas and so they type up a report of their findings). I am now worried that it has been disregarded. What could it be?
answer:Hello Thanks for writing to usSimple cortical cyst in kidney is a benign lesion of unknown etiology arising from renal parenchyma and it rarely causes complications.It may be the reason for omission of small renal cyst in previous reports.Renal cortical cyst is a very common type of kidney cyst and it is a fluid-filled sac.Small cysts generally doesn't causes symptoms and it is found in a routine examination for other issues.When cyst grows larger,patient may feel pain or pressure in back or sides,which often radiates downward.Renal cortical cysts usually doesn't require any treatment.Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan
question:pl.advice my kidney stone report bellow 1-Gall bleder normal 2-liver is mildly enlarge 1506 c.m. 3- kidney are normallycited & RIGHT Kidney moderate Hydro urgteronethrosis is seen 4-- calculus 12.3M,M noted in right proximal urater. all other are normal Please advice medicine 7 your kind suggestion
answer:Hi,Thanks for writing in.1-Gall bladder normalThis is a normal finding.2-liver is mildly enlarge 15.6 cm This shows that the size of your liver is more than normal. You can get liver function tests done.3- kidney are normally cited & RIGHT Kidney moderate Hydro ureteronephrosis is seen This says that there is obstruction to the flow of urine in the right kidney due to the stone lower down.4-- calculus 12.3 mm noted in right proximal ureter.This speaks of a 12.3 mm stone stuck in the upper end of the tube connecting the right kidney to the urinary bladder. As the size of the stone is 12.3 mm, it must be seen by an urologist and if the obstruction persists then the stone must be broken in to smaller fragments and then allowed to pass to the bladder. If the stone is left at that position for more than 15 days without consulting your doctor then permanent kidney damage may occur. Kidney function tests are also to be done. As a temporary relief, pain killers like diclofenac can be taken.
question:my 3 year old grandson has just had a kidney and bladder scan, he has a problem with bladder control. Although my daughter has to take him back for all results she has had a call from his consultant who says he has a bicornate kidney, what is this and could this cause bladder problems. thankyou
answer:Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is possible that your grandson has got duplicated renal collecting system on one side and this is being referred to as bicornuate kidney. Duplex collecting systems are seen in 0.7% of the normal adult population and in 2-4% of patients investigated for urinary tract symptoms. Here one kidney has two tubes connecting the kidney and urinary bladder. This results in one of the tubes forming an ureterocele at the lower end in the bladder. This cai=uses problems in voiding the bladder. Surgical treatment id done depending on the nature of the abnormality. Treatment of the ureterocele often depends on the size of the constriction and how well the kidney that the ureter drains is functioning.
question:My blood pressure is 86 over 65 with pulse at 104 ... Should I be concerned??? I am taking prazosin 5mg at night ...I know it can lower my blood pressure ... However , in the evening my blood pressure is around 130 over 70 ...Do you think something else is going on ??? I also feel lightheaded and sweat quite a bit ...
answer:Low blood pressure with additional symptoms such as sweating, fast heart rate, and lightheadedness are concerning. You should see your doctor regarding this as soon as you can or go to the emergency room if your symptoms are progressing.
question:i have been getting bad kidney infection 6 to 8 times a year to where the pain is bad enough to go to the hospital is it possible there is something more serious going oni am only 22 and weigh 135 ponds ... the symptoms got worse afteer severe preclampsia with my daughter
answer:Hi.Thanks for writing in.Frequency of sexual intercourse is the strongest predictor of recurrent urinary tract infections in patients presenting with recurrent dysuria and can reach the kidneys. Regular ultrasound scans are important in assessing the effect of repeated infections on the kidneys. Women with recurrent symptomatic urinary tract infections can be treated with continuous or sexual intercourse prophylactic antibiotics; other treatment options include self-started antibiotics, cranberry products, and behavioral modification. Patients at risk of complicated urinary tract infections are best managed with broad-spectrum antibiotics initially, urine culture to guide subsequent therapy, and renal imaging studies if structural abnormalities are suspected.
question:Honorable Sir,I am Ripon Dev from Bangladesh.My brother Prodip is a patient of kidney.Now we want to take treatment from you.For your kind information I am sending all medical documents of my brother.So requesting you to inform me what I have to do to take treatment from you.And also inform me about probable cost.Ripon DevDhakaBangladesh
answer:Hi,Thanks for writing in.Please add detailed information on the kidney condition of your brother.Early diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause and/or the institution of secondary preventive measures are important in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). These steps may delay, or possibly halt, progression of the disease. Early referral to a nephrologist is of extreme importance and I am sure you will find a doctor in your city.The medical care of patients with CKD should focus on the following:Delaying or halting the progression of CKDTreating the pathologic manifestations of CKDTimely planning for long-term renal replacement therapyWe can discuss in detail after seeing the blood and ultrasound scan reports of your brother.