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What Does My CT Scan Test Result Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 2016
Question: I have been having bad abdominal pain and has a CT scan indicating mild fat stranding, descending colon. Does this always indicate inflammation or can it be benign?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes fat stranding indicates inflammation.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Yes fat stranding indicates inflammation.

Inflammation is a benign condition.

You may require a course of antibiotics for relief.

Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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What Does My CT Scan Test Result Indicate?

Brief Answer: Yes fat stranding indicates inflammation. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Yes fat stranding indicates inflammation. Inflammation is a benign condition. You may require a course of antibiotics for relief. Let me know if you have any more questions. Regards, Dr.R.K.