Why is it that when you have a blood test for Hydatid cysts on the liver and the result is positive on 2 occas

Question

2 cysts on liver , possible Hydatid. Blood tests positive, told they can be false positive and to wait 1 year to see if they grow.. I am very worried. I work in a veterinary clinic.

Answer 1

hi
hydatid cyst of d liver is a parasitic infestation.the cyst is a intermediate stage in d life cycle of dog tape worm.....yes u must have got it from one of ur patients. there can be false positives but a scan showing a cyst with casoni's test positive(dat is d test u underwent) is highly suggestive of hydatid cyst.....the treatment is usually surgical removal but it is necessary only if d cyst is causing any problems. As long as d cyst does not give any complications der is no need for any treatment jus visit ur doctor once in a year n get a scan done.there is a good chance dat d cyst might disappear on its own....so dont worry jus wait n watch.

Answer 2

This is standard protocol for many types of cysts. The reasoning is that the removal could be a greater risk for the patient so the "wait and see" approach albeit conservative is often the safest way to handle the situation. If you're feeling that unsure your best bet is to go get a second opinion.

Answer 3

That is so scary, I worked in vet clinic and am scared of Echinococcus. I would get a second opinion. Is there anyone in your area that specializes in travel medicine (these doctors would have more experience treating parasites).
Here is a link that might give you more info:
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1046.htm