Pancreatic and left adrenal lesions

What does "Pancreatic and left adrenal lesions" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Pancreatic and left adrenal lesions" refers to abnormal areas or growths in the pancreas and the left adrenal gland. The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen that helps with digestion and blood sugar regulation, while the adrenal glands are small glands located on top of each kidney that produce hormones. These lesions can be benign, which means they are not cancerous, or malignant, which means they are cancerous. The term does not specify the cause, size, or exact nature of these lesions.

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