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 5, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Thank You, Did you also have any prior symptoms ?? And i hope all turned out..." + (show)

@faithann64 You asked about prior symptoms before I learned about the pancreatic cysts. When these were found I had two previous cancer surgeries of the upper digestive tract for a rare form of cancer, carcinoid cancer. (Needless to say, the discovery of these cysts gave me a scare.)

No, symptoms with either cancer or for the pancreatic cysts have been evident to me. Since I had the EUS the cysts in the pancreas are monitored with MRIs and so far they remain stable and do not appear to be problematic.

I hope that this helps you.

wrolsen | @wrolsen | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @faithann64 "Do you mind me asking,, Was yours found random like mine on a CT ?? Did..." + (show)

It was found with test being done for something else.

faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello again @faithann64 Here is some information from Mayo Clinic about pancreatic cysts and the endoscopic..." + (show)

Thank You, Did you also have any prior symptoms ?? And i hope all turned out ,,,ok for you. Thnks

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

Hello again @faithann64

Here is some information from Mayo Clinic about pancreatic cysts and the endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). If you are not sure whether your upcoming endoscopy will be an ultrasound you might consider calling your doctor to clarify. In my situation, because I previously had two surgeries for carcinoid cancer in the duodenal bulb, I insisted on the endoscopic ultrasound as the first doctor that I saw did not think it necessary. You, of course, should follow your own best judgment in this matter along with your physician's input.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/art-for-healing/
Here is some more information from Cleveland Clinic. They also speak about endoscopic ultrasound.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14627-pancreatic-cysts-and-pseudocysts
I understand that your previous question about how the pancreatic cysts were found was directed to @wrolsen, however, my cysts were also found on a CT scan for another digestive issue and I was then told to follow up with an MRI.

faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @wrolsen "@faithann64 it sound like they are following the same protocol they did with me in 2012...." + (show)

Do you mind me asking,, Was yours found random like mine on a CT ?? Did you have any symptoms ??

faithann64 | @faithann64 | Mar 4, 2021

In reply to @wrolsen "@faithann64 it sound like they are following the same protocol they did with me in 2012...." + (show)

Thank You, I hope all is well with you.

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.