Definitions for "Enlarged Spleen"
The Condition"...The spleen is located on the left side of the abdomen and weighs around 200g (8oz) in the average healthy adult..."
The Condition" Spleen enlargement, also called splenomegaly, is an enlargement of the spleen beyond its normal size..." Relationship to Hypersplenism"Hypersplenism is sometimes referred to as enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), but in fact an enlarged spleen is one of the symptoms of hypersplenism..." Recommendation Surgery"A severely ruptured spleen is usually surgically removed..."
The Condition"...Similar to other organs of the lymphatic system, particular immune cells (B-lymphocytes and T-lymphocytes) and blood cells are either made or matured inside the spleen..."
a common finding at CML diagnosis
a frequent finding and can be incidental or it may be associated with a wider variety of illnesses
a sign of a very serious illness, just search it on the internet if you don't believe me