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Information needed regarding lung nodule and fatty liver infiltration
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Information needed regarding lung nodule and fatty liver infiltration
by sher21855, Jan 12, 2008 12:46AM
Hi, Last Feb. I began 6 months of chemo, followed by bilateral mastectomys, and then 5 weeks of radiation. My recent CT showed a new small lung nodule, (never had any before) and small fatty infiltration of the liver. (I'm not heavy and am not an alcoholic) What could these results mean? ? mets. I am concerned as neither of these things showed up on any prior scans/tests. Thanks.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Jan 14, 2008 08:27AM
, Jan 14, 2008 08:27AM
Dear sher12855: Without reviewing the scans with a radiologist, it is impossible for us to provide any interpretation of these results. The radiologist will be best equipped to interpret the results along with your oncologist – regarding further characterization of the lung nodule. A fatty infiltration of the liver is generally a benign finding but you should discuss all of this with your oncologist.
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During those 8 month tests they found a new spot in lung that was there before. However the PET didn't hightlight so they were not worried. They say the new spot on lung might have been a result if a scar or an infection.
I just had another PET and CT - almost a year from last CT and PET. They liver spots and lung spot is still there and have not changed in size. This is a good thing they tell me.
I am sure that they are suggested you to have it look at again. I would suggest you ask for a CT/PET in 6 weeks and then again in 3 months. I guess if it grows it's not good so keep a close on them. Not clear on the small fatty infiltration of the liver.
Hope some of this helps you.