Ct scan found 1.4cm solid enhancing renal mass

Nddarlin
Nddarlin Member Posts: 1
edited November 2016 in Kidney Cancer #1

i have been suffering from pancreatitis and having pseudocysts.  After numerous ct scans they found this mass on my left kidney.  I'm terrified to say the least especially after just having 4 surgeries on my pancreas. I'm waiting for a referral to the kidney dr but I don't even know what kinda questions to ask.  Please help!

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  • icemantoo
    icemantoo Member Posts: 3,361 Member
    #2
    Lucky

    As far as a possible diagnosis of Kidney Cancer you are believe it or not lucky that it is so small.  The kidney doctor will explain your options which may if it is confirmed to be Kidney Cancer or likely Kidney Cancer involve another surgery.Not what you wanted to here but at 1.4 cm your prognosis for a full recovery is excellent from surgery alone. Lets hope with your background of prior surgeries that this small mass is something else. As far as what questions toask, you want all of your options explained. Sorry you had to meet us here. I had my kidney removed 14 years ago with a 4 cm mass.

     

    Icemantoo

  • lobbyist0724
    lobbyist0724 Member Posts: 515 Member
    #3
    Not to Worry

    Mass in that size grow very slowly or even idolent in a lot of cases . As Icemantoo mentioned, they can be benign too. Even if it is malignant, there are plenty of options available just because of its small size. Just make sure you find the team that you can trusted and willing to listen to your concerns.

    You might also find this website useful:

    http://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/for-patients-and-caregivers/

    Carmen

  • Abunai
    Abunai Member Posts: 173 Member
    edited November 2016 #4
    That is a relatively small

    That is a relatively small mass.

    Sounds like they caught it very early which is very good.

  • Footstomper
    Footstomper Member Posts: 1,237 Member
    edited November 2016 #5
    Cancer

    Iceman is right. Its been caught early and the prognosis will be excellent in the long term. You are lucky they found it so early.

    Glad you found us

    Sorry you had to look for us

    Good luck

  • mrou50
    mrou50 Member Posts: 389 Member
    #6
    Early Catch

    An early catch goes in your favor so hang in there.

     

    Mark

  • Jan4you
    Jan4you Member Posts: 1,330 Member
    #7
    Nddarlin, so sorry for all

    Nddarlin, so sorry for all you have been  through; such pain! Never heard of pseudocysts. is that a medical term?

    We understand your shock and worry, but be reassured yours is small and most likely very curable!

    Many on here are NED=no evidence of disease, even though we continue to be monitored which is a good thing.

    We're here for you, so please try hard not to worry. Use that energy instead on LIVING with appreciation.

    Sending you a calming, healing hug,

    Jan

  • JerzyGrrl
    JerzyGrrl Member Posts: 760 Member
    #8
    Things to ask...

    Is the mass solid or fluid-filled? Where is it located?The physician will probably show you the CT, so you'll see. 

    Very small is good. Kidney masses don't generally grow like kudzu (in other words, they grow rather slowly). Bring a friend with you to help you remember and listen. I joked with my friend that I needed to remember to bring paper bags (to breathe into, in case one of us hyperventilated). 

    Keep us posted.

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