What Is Castleman Disease?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Diagnosis
As mentioned, Castleman disease is often only discovered by chance. It is often an MRI or CT scan that will reveal the presence of enlarged lymph nodes. Such scans may also reveal a swollen liver and/or spleen. At other times, the scans might have been performed because Castleman disease or similar was suspected in the first place.
Blood and urine tests may also be performed that will help to look for signs of Castleman disease. These tests can also help to rule out the condition being caused by other diseases. A biopsy of the lymphatic tissue will further help to eliminate other possibilities while helping medical professionals to come to an accurate diagnosis.
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