Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Lump in the abdomen
…swelling on the abdomen. See also abdominalmass (a solid block of tissue that can be felt inside the abdomen). Alternative Names Abdominal hernia; Hernia - abdominal; Abdominal wall defects Considerations Most often, a lump in the abdomen is caused by a hernia. An abdominal hernia occurs when there is an… related searches:incisional hernia
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Aging changes in body shape
…Fat tissue may become increasingly deposited toward the center of the body, including around the abdominal organs. The proportion of body fat may increase by as much as 30%. As fat increases, lean body mass decreases. Your muscles, liver, kidney, and other organs may lose some of their cells. This process…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Hepatocellular carcinoma
…shows an enlarged, tender liver. * A liver biopsy shows hepatocellular carcinoma. * Serum alpha fetoprotein may be elevated. * There may be a mass shown on abdominal CT scan. * A liver scan may indicate an abnormality. * Liver enzymes (liver function tests) are elevated. Treatment Aggressive surgery or liver… related searches:ct scan liver
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Ovarian cancer
…until late in the disease. Exams and Tests A physical examination may reveal increased abdominal girth and ascites (fluid within the abdominal cavity). A pelvic examination may reveal an ovarian or abdominalmass. Tests include: * CBC * Blood chemistry * CA125 * Quantitative serum HCG (blood pregnancy…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Abdominal mass
…Definition An abdominalmass is a localized swelling or enlargement in one area of the abdomen. Alternative Names Mass in the abdomen Considerations An abdominalmass is usually detected on routine physical examination. It may not have been detected by the affected person because most abdominalmasses develop… related searches:spleen cysts | enlarged spleen | ct scan kidney cyst | enlarged liver
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Abdominal CT scan
…Performed An abdominal CT rapidly creates detailed pictures of the belly area. The test may be used to: * Study blood vessels * Identify masses and tumors, including cancer * Look for infections, kidney stones, or appendicitis What Abnormal Results Mean The CT scan may show the following: * Abdominal aortic… related searches:ct scan kidney cyst | ct scan kidney | ct scan | ct protocols
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Diverticulitis
…Symptoms * Abdominal pain, usually in the left lower abdomen but can be anywhere * Chills * Fever * Nausea * Vomiting Exams and Tests Tests showing diverticulitis may include: * CT scan revealing thickening of the inflamed area * Abdominal palpation showing left lower quadrant mass * Elevated white…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Abdominal film
…Results Mean Abnormal findings include: * abdominalmasses * an accumulation of fluid in the abdominal area * kidney stones * some types of gallstones * intestinal blockage * foreign bodies in the intestines (an intestinal obstruction) * trauma to the abdominal tissue * perforation of the stomach or intestines…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Ureterocele
…Urinary tract infection * Fever * Burning pain while urinating (dysuria) * Foul-smelling urine * Abdominal pain * Blood in the urine * Increased urinary frequency and urgency * Palpable abdominalmass * Urinary incontinence * Ureterocele prolapse (can be sent through the female urethra and vagina… related searches:groin pain
