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Medical Conditions - Splenectomy

Splenectomy is a type of surgical procedure to remove the spleen from the body. It is mainly done to overcome the enlarged spleen (splenomegaly) or ruptured spleen, blood disorders, cancers, or cysts. It can be performed as an invasive laparoscopic surgery.

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I am 35. What are the splenectomy vaccination guidelines?

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Can vaccines prevent pneumococcal infection at 55?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concerns. What you experienced was a severe invasive pneumococcal infection.

Why are people without a spleen at higher infection risk?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.comI hope your recovery is going well. Since your spleen was removed, your body is unable to defend itself against certain dangerous infections.

Is splenectomy an effective management for chronic ITP?

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My brother has ITP. What is the best long-term care for him?

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Is it safe to get pregnant with an enlarged spleen?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are having hemoglobin C hemoglobinopathy leading to hemolysis and hence splenomegaly is present. Your hemoglobin level also should be checked.

What causes left-sided abdominal pain just below the ribs and other gastric issues?

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