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Lung Nodules
by mmshap, Sep 20, 2007 01:00PM
I just had a CT of the Thorax without contrast and the results showed several nodules in the both the right and left lungs. The nodules were 2mm, 2mm, 4mm and 3mm. No adenopathy and no effusions.
I am a smoker. I have decreased my smoking to 2 cigarettes per day. Should I seek out a consultation with a pulmonologist? I understand that nodules are many times benign however, what tests/ questions should I be asking to ensure that lung cancer is ruled out? What do these nodules represent? Could I have a current lung infection? Could these nodules be from prior bouts wth bronchitis and pneumonia? Concerned that I take the necessary steps to diagnose and rule out cancer.
Thank you
I am a smoker. I have decreased my smoking to 2 cigarettes per day. Should I seek out a consultation with a pulmonologist? I understand that nodules are many times benign however, what tests/ questions should I be asking to ensure that lung cancer is ruled out? What do these nodules represent? Could I have a current lung infection? Could these nodules be from prior bouts wth bronchitis and pneumonia? Concerned that I take the necessary steps to diagnose and rule out cancer.
Thank you
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Since you are a smoker then you should see a pulmonologist.
I myself am confused why I have nodules.... anyways hope this helps