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Residual thymic tissue

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sharyejane
sharyejane

I had a CT on my chest w/contrast. My GP said I needed to get an echocardiogram ( which I had at the ER already too and they said it was fine) none the less, he seemed mildly concerned with the following statement from my CT scan. Anyone have any input? 

‘Mild hazy soft tissue density within the anterior mediastinum, favored to represent residual thymic tissue without a discrete mass appreciated. No axillary or supraclavicular adenopathy.’ 

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  • joshuapryce1987
    joshuapryce1987 sharyejane

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    Anything that happens you us is a concern, but in your case you should stay in contact with your doctor until you get the all clear for definite.

  • mina92033
    mina92033 sharyejane

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    I had the same "observation" noted on my CT scan. I was essentially told, its not entirely normal. But my ocular MG, weird fluttering in my veins randomly and hair falling out is all separate, and unrelated.

    Its not until things are on the edge and symptoms are so undeniable that doctors take note. And yes, until then, its all in your head.

    I know the subtlety of my own body. i live in it everyday. I know when its not right.

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