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Does the spleen enlarge with age? Understanding Normal and Abnormal Changes

The spleen, a vital organ, undergoes significant size changes over a lifetime, and the answer to 'Does the spleen enlarge with age?' is often misunderstood. In healthy aging, the spleen actually tends to shrink slightly, but many underlying conditions can lead to pathological enlargement, known as splenomegaly.

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What age do people get spleen problems?

While spleen issues can affect anyone, research indicates that the spleen’s structure and function change with age, potentially increasing the risk of problems in older adults. Understanding **what age do people get spleen problems** involves recognizing that chronic conditions common in later life are often the underlying cause, not age itself.

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