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Pancreatic Fatty Atrophy

Although it can be a sign of disease in younger people, pancreatic atrophy is non-specific, prevalent in elderly patients, and has no particular cause. However, obesity, aging, and advanced chronic pancreatitis are the most frequent causes of it.

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Does my CT scan show signs of pancreatic cancer?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 73 years old, female. I have no diabetes, just controlled high blood pressure and cholesterol. I currently take tablet Lovastatin, Metoprolol, and multivitamins. I had a CT scan, and as an incidental finding, it showed fatty atrophy of the head and uncinate. I am worried about wha...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history and the attached CT (computed tomography) scan report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). The CT scan indicated nausea, vomiting, and some altered bowel habits. ...  Read Full »

My MRI report states that I have mild stable fatty atrophy of the pancreas. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I had a CT and MRI of my pancreas. The CT was for an emergency room visit because of colitis. It found probable fatty pancreas with atrophy. I was scared, so I had an MRI. It stated mild stable fatty atrophy of the pancreas. I was still scared, so I consulted with another doctor. The doct...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am reviewing your case history in detail and attached files (attachments removed for patient identity protection). Do not worry. I will get back to you. Thank you.  Read Full »

I recently had a CT scan. What do the findings in my pancreas and lungs mean?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a CT scan recently. I need to know what these two findings mean: Pancreas: Probable fatty atrophy about the head and uncinate. Lower chest: Calcified granuloma right lower lobe. Minimal linear scarring or atelectasis within the lingula and right lower lobe.   Read Full »


Dr. Nagaraj

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Based on the CT (computed tomography) image findings (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), I could grasp the below things. However, patient examination, complete symptoms evaluation, and medical history are required to comment ...  Read Full »

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