Cyst on Pancreas?

Posted by faithann64 @faithann64, Feb 25, 2021

So recently i had a CT Abdomen Pelvis w/ Contrast and they found a cystic structure to arise on the Pancreas . Said it could represent a serous/mucinous neoplasm. Anyone knows what that means ??? Thank You. ( 57 year old male.)

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Mar 3, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Yes. April 4, 2021. Easter Sunday .. They said that's the earliest they could get me..." + (show)

Yes, MRI machines run all the time. I've had MRIs on the weekend as well. While I'm sure you want to get past this part of your diagnosis, how are you feeling these days?

jeanne5009 | @jeanne5009 | Mar 3, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Well I heard from my Gastrolologist nurse today. They ordered a MRI Protocol of the cyst..." + (show)

Teresa is saying exactly what I would say. Gary has MRIs every 6 mo. It is a very good idea to watch cysts. Hope you have a clean one. If you have never had an MRI before, read about it on Mayo. It's not a big deal to do..the results are definitely worth it! I have stage 4...end stage...liver disease. I get them every 6 mo. too. I have a cyst on my liver they watch. Don't be too worried...you are amongst friends!
And in good hands....
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faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 3, 2021

Thank You. I have constant stomach pain and back pain. Anything i eat is an issue. Problems with swallowing, bloating etc. I'm scheduled for upper endoscopy on April 9 2021. Hopefully they can get this figured out. No Fun.

jeanne5009 | @jeanne5009 | Mar 3, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Thank You. I have constant stomach pain and back pain. Anything i eat is an issue...." + (show)

I'm not remembering if you still have a gall bladder? They will look at that too! They will figure it out for sure. Your endoscopy will help them. Keep us posted. Do you have a support person or persons? You likely won't need anyone but it is always good to have an advocate when you have surgery.

faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 3, 2021

In reply to @jeanne5009 "I'm not remembering if you still have a gall bladder? They will look at that too!..." + (show)

Had my gallbladder removed years ago . Thank You for the advice. ..

Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Thank You. I have constant stomach pain and back pain. Anything i eat is an issue...." + (show)

@faithann64

I'm glad to hear that you are having an upper endoscopy as well as an MRI. Did your doctor indicate if this would be an ultrasound upper endoscopy?

faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @hopeful33250 "@faithann64 I'm glad to hear that you are having an upper endoscopy as well as an..." + (show)

No he didn't ?

wrolsen | @wrolsen | Mar 4, 2021

@faithann64 it sound like they are following the same protocol they did with me in 2012. First blood work, CT scan, MRI, then endoscopy with mine it was with ultrasound and attempted biopsy.
Then came the appointment with answers and recommended plan to proceed with. You are your own best advocate, do your research and have your list of questions when you have your appointment to get the results.
Your in my prayers, we are here to support when needed.