What is the normal size of the spleen?
Disease description:
I have been diagnosed with splenomegaly. What is the normal size of the spleen?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Huang Shengwei
The normal spleen measures approximately 10–12 cm in length, 6–8 cm in width, and about 3–4 cm in thickness. In general, children have smaller spleens than adults; the spleen gradually increases in size with growth and development. Splenomegaly (enlarged spleen) may cause discomfort when lying on the side or supine.
