What is a Renal Mass? - Urology Care Foundation
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- In this updated Urology Care Foundation patient education video, we answer the question, "What is a renal mass?" For more information on renal masses or to find a urologist near you, go to UrologyHealth.org, the Urology Care Foundation's website. The Urology Care Foundation is the official foundation of the American Urological Association. #UrologyCareFoundation #RenalMass #Cancer
The word renal means kidney. The words "tumor" and "mass" mean abnormal growths in the body. A renal mass, or tumor, is an abnormal growth in the kidney. Some renal masses are benign (not cancerous) and some are malignant (cancerous).
One in four renal masses are benign. Smaller masses are more likely to be benign. Larger masses are more likely to be cancerous. Some tumors can be slow to grow while some can be aggressive. Aggressive tumors form, grow and spread very quickly.
Most diagnosed kidney growths are small and localized masses. Localized means that the tumor has not spread out from where it first started. Around 40% of kidney cancers are localized renal masses. Masses may be solid or cystic (having fluid). Most cystic masses are benign.
What do we Know about Kidney Cancers?
Kidney and renal pelvis cancers are the 12th leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Kidney cancer is 9th on the list of the 10 most common types of cancer. Almost all of the kidney cancers in the U.S. are renal cell carcinomas (RCC). These cancers form in the lining of the small tubes in the kidney.
Doctors are able to diagnose kidney cancer earlier because of better testing. Kidney cancer is more common in men than women. More men than women die from the disease. Kidney cancer is more common in African Americans, American Indians and Alaskan Native people. You can get kidney cancer at any age. But, it is more common in older people (those greater than 75 years old).
There will be more than 73,000 new cases of kidney cancer in the U.S. in 2019. Of those cases, nearly 15,000 people will likely die from the disease. The earlier the cancer is diagnosed-the better the chances of survival. The five-year survival rate for all kidney cancers is about 74%. If the cancer spreads over the body, then this rate falls to about 12%. The five-year survival for localized kidney and renal pelvis cancer is 92.5%.
Around the world, over 300,000 people get kidney cancer each year. Half of those people will die from the disease. But, less people are dying each year from the disease. For more information, go to UrologyHealth.org.
Thank you so much. Not only for your information but for your sympathy and empathy too. Your tone of voice alone is very calming, especially for someone (like me) who may be nervous. Your video was very helpful and deeply appreciated! Thank you so much again.
I just got information yesterday they seen a mass and want another ct scan. I was shocked because I'm healthy
. praying for a miracle.
How is going are you ok?
@god563616 how did you go? I had a ct scan for something else and they found a mass on my right kidney. Freaking me out.
His voice is so soothing 😩
I'm 31, never smoke, never drink, exercise regularly, eat right, and have no history of substance abuse or internal cancers anywhere in my family... yet I found out today that I have a solid mass anyway.
From the moment I understood the weakness of my flesh, it disgusted me.
It doesn’t matter what we do, what we eat, what we drink, something will take us outta here. I hope u have taken care of it already! Be strong
@@WingoTribe704. I got a solid thing in upper lobe of lung 🫁 both bottom lobes of lung solid , I go for biopsy at 6:30 AM , ON THE 30 th , I’m not afraid 🤗✝️🙏🏻,,hope your doing ok ,
I smoked for 4 years in college, had an unhealthy diet and did everything healthy after quitting. But I have kidney masses. No one on my care team takes the preventative approach, it seems. I stopped eating red meat, for starters. You have to do your own research and make a plan going forward. Mostly, you have to enjoy your life.
disgusted you? wow
Yes same here. Healthy no internal cancers. Healthy lifestyles, regular exercise and non smoker and non drinker.
THANK YOU FOR THIS INFORMATIVE VIDEO
Very helpful info. thanks.
Explained really nicely
Thank you for this video. They found a 2.6 CM x 1.8 CM enhancing hypodense mass on my left kidney when I went in for suspected appendicitis on my right side. They say it's complex. The doctor I was refered too told me that you usually see this is elderly people and that it might be 80% cancerous and that he was so sorry this had to happen to me as I am quite young. He didn't look at the CT scan just the CT scan report and told me that I had to have open surgery. I left his office shaking and scared to death and managed to keep it together till I paid my bill and reached my car. The doc in this video helped to calm me down and I wish he was my real doctor.
Same here also happen but i am going to do biopsy 1st then will decide later
Dealing with this now. What’s the latest on your condition?
Yes this happened to me suspected appendicitis. I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. The shock and disbelief. Always maintained a very healthy lifestyle. Non smoker and drinker, very slim. I had a nephrectomy two weeks ago.
@@ktucker8202 I got a second and third opinion, one doctor said not to do a biopsy as it could spread the cells around if it is cancer, another said it could be a weird formation of kidney tissue and not necessarily cancer....so honestly I didn't do a thing and a year later I still have zero symptoms of kidney cancer. I'm supposed to get an MRI to see whether it grew.
Are you being monitored regularly with yearly scans?
Thanks man! Just found out I got one.
Thank you
This is hopeful
Thanks 🙏
I have been dealing with kidney issues for a year now. First it was stage 4 CKD which turned out to be false, my ureters had large kidney stones stuck that were causing the symptoms. The first surgery was to place stents to open the ureters in hopes that the stones would break loose...to no avail. The second surgery, stents were removed, 12 stones total from both kidneys were removed, stents replaced in hopes that the kidneys could now heal and all would be right in my world. A few days ago, my surgeon ordered a renal scan to see how the kidneys were functioning. I watched the scan images being taken and I knew it was not going to be good. The left kidney was very small, the right larger than normal. The report stated that the left kidney was at 17% function, the right at 83%. There is also note that both kidneys contained masses in the lower areas, undetermined as to what they are. More stone? Perhaps, hopefully. The left kidney has lost 13% function since the surgery 6 weeks ago, the right kidney has gained 24%. I am preparing myself for my next visit to discuss my options. At this point, I am prepared to tell my doctor to please remove the left kidney. I am tired. I want my life back. I know he will suggest dialysis, with no guarantee that it will help, and I do not want to go that route. Lets nip the problem in the bud right now and remove the bad kidney. This video helped me with more information that they know.
Could you pls share the significant symptoms? Hope you're ok ❤
How often should it be monitored?
I have surgery next week because I have renal mass. Thank you for this. 🥺
@Samantha Alfaro I am sorry to hear you have to have surgery. What surgery are you having? I am worried I will have to have some sort of surgery as well.
What a wonderful video, is there one in spanish?
Thank You great information i need to know..They just found a mass on my kidney it is causing blood clots into surgery i go...
In 2017 had an MRI for my back. Showed I had 3 cysts on my kidneys. 1 on left 2 on right. For years would get kidney function tests BUN would by high. My doctor said I was dehydrated and to drink more water. Last visit she wanted me to see a nephrologist to have it checked. Tests show I am stage 3B kidney disease. Every MRI I had the past few years showed the masses. Asked about it said they were nothing. I had an ultrasound of the kidneys in August. 2 masses are simple the 3 mass is 1.1cm. She wants me to see a urologist to get checked out. Said I would have to be checked every year.
My husband recently passed away from kidney cancer that spread to his lungs and liver. Also had prostate cancer. Needless to say I am freaking out.
I found out I have a kidney lesion in one of my kidneys, I am not working and my husband losses his job so I don’t have insurance to check and get the images for my kidneys
Hi doctor…my mom detected with shadow on right kidney…what does it mean?
Mmhh I had a sonography, they detected a cyst on my left kidney, they sent me to a urologist, then he sent me further to a ctscan, I'm worried 🤔🤔 but I trust everything will be alright
@Jecinta M how did everything turn out? I am worried about a lesion they found on my right kidney.
Hi and great info, I've just had an ultrasound and was told I have a 7cm cyst on my right side. That's quite a big deal to me. Being sent for CT scans next. Very anxious times for me.
What happened next ?
@@omikewhite8978 I’m still waiting for my CT scan. We have a healthcare system that’s in crisis here in the uk. Mega long waiting lists.
@@ambientshane oh ok got you. I’m currently waiting on a CT scan appointment. They believe the area in my ultrasound is benign but wanna make sure it’s nothing solid. It’s freaking me out.
@@omikewhite8978 I do catastrophise a lot. And I think for good reason given the size of my cyst on my kidney. I hope I’m not one of those people where they say I’m sorry it’s too late you’re going to have to lose a kidney..
@@ambientshane I’m in the same boat!!!!! That’s gone do it. I have great faith both our scans and problems will be a good fix.
Mines didn’t they were to scared to do a biopsy here I am in soooooooooo much pain and they didn’t care for real. It’s been 2 months and they didn’t do nothing but do test now they got me on antibiotics to see if it’ll go away knowing it’s a renal mass. I cry every night the pain meds don’t do nothing much but make me feel high. I don’t wanna feel high I want the pain to go awayyyyyyyyyyyyyyy it’s been 2 months and 4-5 days they so scary
my doctor said if it doesent give me trouble
Does renal angiomyolipoma of 9cm rupture and causes death ,thats what my doctor said if i don't remove the whole kidney,
I'm lost, a renal mass was found on my fiancee's ultrasound due to a UTI, I don't know, she's been through so much already, it's not fair, is there fairness in this? why does this happen when things are starting to look up for her, when she's going through therapy to solve issues with her past, when she's finally in a more stable life, when she's starting to dream about the future again. Why wasn't I the one with it? Why couldn't it have been me instead?
Praying for your fiancé 🙏🏾🙏🏾
I just found out I have a mass on my kidney. Going for a cat scan on June 11th I'm scared and I feel alone. But I have to try and stay positive 🙏🏾
That’s just how the bullshit goes
Ohhhhhhhh
@@CDBLK8008 good luck bud. I had a mass and I was able to get the whole kidney removed and I recovered within 4 months. At first it was kinda hard to sleep and walk but you’ll get it little by little.
Hi I have a mass with is 5.5cm with is situated above my kidney had 3 blood vessels tried up
Having lots of pain with this mass with is above my kidney
I was in the Hospital for a Kidney infection and was given an Ultrasound that found a 3 cm Kidney Mass on my left Kidney. I had 2 Ultrasounds and 1 CT Scan, which all showed this Mass. However, I still haven't gotten any answers one way or the other. I was just referred to another Doctor. My symptoms include: left Flank pain, Blood in my Urine, low-grade Fever at times, Stomach pressure that is hard to prescribe with loss of appetite. Is this really a Cancer that is hard to diagnose, and is that why it is taking so long?
Sister Rose, I hope you got some clear guidance. If not please go to another doctor for an additional opinion. It’s not good patient care to not provide support or answers and to leave you guessing what you should do.
@Sister Rose ….
Have you gotten any answers?
I will be praying you have a speedy recovery & that the right doctors are working with you.
I’ve been having severe left flank pain, as well as stomach pressure & pain on the left lower side.
The first 3 doctors did not take me seriously, I feel it’s because I was trying to keep myself composed & presentable, not crying in out loud.
4 doctors later, the 4th doctor finally listened to me & ran proper testing 3 days ago.
I had 2 ultrasounds first, which revealed a 10.4cm x 9cm hypervascular mass on my adrenal gland, spleen, kidney.
Then was immediately sent for CT Scans at hospital and still have not heard results from those scans.
Just curious if you have been able to get answers on your end and how you’re doing?
Hopefully, I will have answers this week, as I’m extremely worried.
Just grateful to have finally found a doctor to listen to me & do tests.
@Sister Rose how did you end up going?
I hope you are doing well
❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻
Praying my moms is not 😢cancer it’s so scary 😟
I has a car accident they fund my mass by accident do to my CT it's 4.9 cm and my dr said it's needs to be removed
They didn't do any biopsy they just wanna remove it
I think I need a second opinion
Having a robotic partial nephrectomy in 2 weeks for a Bosniak 4 cyst. Scared out of my wits. Just want to get it out and over with.
How long Person live after fourth option (kidny removal).
You can live a normal lifespan with one healthy kidney.
I am17 Abt to turn 18 I am tryna figure out and grasp what really is wrong with my kidneys shit is scary has me worry alot
I’m 18 and the doctor said I have a mass on my left kidney
I have a 10cm kidney cancer and need a kidney out. The hardest thing I am finding is fatigue. I can not do half the things I could do 3 weeks ago.
Which stage u have? Any further treatment?
I was told 2 years I have a mass on the upper left renal pole, and I have decided that it can stay!
How are you doing?
Can i ask what is the meaning of "NEITHER KIDNEY SHOWS EVIDENCE OF CALCULI OR MASSES"?
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Renal Calculi is kidney stones. Masses may be cancerous or cysts ( not dangerous) in your case you have neither. Your kidneys are fine.
I have a benign that's 14mm on left kidney
in my ct scan there is a focal contour bulge of the left upper renal zone but still don't know what the case
😢😢😢
My father was a smoker for forty years. He started when he was a teenager in high school in the early 1950s, and continued to smoke about a pack a day until he quit in 1995. For years he thought "You know? 1 smoked for forty years, and I got away with it !" No. No he didn't. In 2014, nineteen years after he had quit smoking, he started noticing that he was having trouble with wheezing and feeling like he was out of breath a lot. He was diagnosed with early stage COPD and renal mass, For the first year, he was able to get by with simply using rescue inhalers once in a while, but by late 2015 he needed supplemental oxygen. At first, he could get by on the lowest tank setting of 1 liter per minute, but as time went on he needed an Oxygen concentrator at home and he needed more and more oxygen. Last year (2020) he was up to the oxygen concentrator's highest setting of 5 liters per minute, even while just sitting down. By this time I had moved in with him to take care of him. Sometimes he would be gasping for air, and he would ask me "Son, is the machine on? I just can't get enough air" In December my father got COVID-19, and his condition worsened, our hearts melted every moment as we watched him gasp for breath,we were sure he would die any moment, by the time I started reading TH-cam comments,I stumbled upon a comment that said there is an old Chinese man that cures this ailment ,I quickly contacted him and ordered the herbs with my father's money because he wouldn't need it anymore cos he would die any moment,I received the herbs in two days and from that moment he used the herbs, he began to feel better and better, few weeks later, he was completely cured, I thank you for reading this story about my father's experience with COPD and renal mass, If you know someone who is a smoker, and you love them, please encourage them to quit. We love Daddy.all thanks to Dr Shen weng.
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lm danny n i have the kidney mass for a long time
That’s a blessing that’s no changes
I found out I got a 4cm mass in my left renal. Had a foul mouth taste and lack of appetite for 2 weeks.
How are you now ?? As my Father is also facing the same issue
@@user-uk3nm8vm8e I’m doing well. I had my left kidney removed along with the cancer about a year ago. Still have to follow on my annual check ups.
I’m sorry hear this, I hope your father is doing well. 🙏