What should you know about treatment methods?
An enlarged spleen is also known as splenomegaly. Many conditions — including infections, liver disease and some cancers — can cause an enlarged spleen.
It should be noted that in a large percentage of clinical cases, despite the enlargement of the spleen, the person does not suffer from anything, that is, the process is completely asymptomatic.
It's often discovered during a routine physical exam.
Your doctor might order these tests to confirm the diagnosis of an enlarged spleen:
- Blood tests.
- Ultrasound or CT scan
- MRI
In some clinical cases, additional studies and, for example, a bone marrow biopsy may be necessary.
Treatment
Treatment for an enlarged spleen focuses on the what's causing it.
For example, if you have a bacterial infection, treatment will include antibiotics.
If you have an enlarged spleen but don't have symptoms and the cause can't be found, your doctor might suggest watchful waiting.
If an enlarged spleen causes serious complications or the cause can't be identified or treated, surgery to remove your spleen (splenectomy) might be an option. In chronic or critical cases, surgery might offer the best hope for recovery.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/enlarged-spleen/diagnosis-treatment/drc-
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