I was told I have an enlarged spleen about 6 months ago. Should I be worried?

[kdeverz596]

I found out I had an enlarged spleen when I was having an ultrasound to diagnose my polycystic ovaries.  I asked the Doctor afterwards if my spleen was anything to worry about as the woman who did my ultrasound told me it was enlarged.  I also told my Doctor I do sometimes get pain in that area and sometimes get that fullness feeling and they said I was fine and they weren't concerned or prepared to do anything to look into it.  I don't know if I should be asking for another ultrasound or just leave it?  I got a phone call today about it asking to book me in for a "phone call review" to see how I'm doing.  But I don't really see what a phone call will do.

[specialmom]

I agree with twinkletoes_12. I'd also want further investigation. That they aren't really too concerned seems a little odd.  I'd want to know the reason why it was enlarged.  Agree with twinkletos that it can be a number of things and some far less worrisome than others. Even stress can cause an enlarged spleen.  Here's a quote:  Stress appears to prompt the release of stem cells from the bone marrow to the spleen, where they develop into white blood cells, or monocytes, and expand over time,” Godbout said. “Then the spleen becomes a reservoir of inflammatory cells.  https://news.osu.edu/study-reveals-role-of-spleen-in-prolonged-anxiety-after-stress/  But an enlarged spleen can have side effects to your body (platelet and red blood cell production, etc.) but may not have any symptoms.  Silent in nature.  I'd want to know what was making it enlarged as that may need to be treated.  And I wouldn't want the repercussions of enlargement. So, start with the video call, ask all your questions and then demand follow up if not satisfied!  https://www.healthline.com/health/splenomegaly#causes

[Twinkletoes_12]

From what I've read enlarged spleen could be caused by anything from an infection to leukemia or lymphoma.  An infection is probably far more likely but I'd want to get it checked out just to be on the safe side.