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histoplasmosis
Would histoplasmosis light up a lymph node on a PET scan?
Hi,
Yes, Histoplasmosis will have similar features as lung cancer.
The question is how frequent are cases of histoplasmosis in your area, as this of course would have a bearing on the confidence of reading the PET.
It would be a good idea to obtain fluid from the airways through a scope inserted (called a bronchoscopy) to obtain a sample that can be used to investigate for cancer or histoplasmosis.
Yes, Histoplasmosis will have similar features as lung cancer.
The question is how frequent are cases of histoplasmosis in your area, as this of course would have a bearing on the confidence of reading the PET.
It would be a good idea to obtain fluid from the airways through a scope inserted (called a bronchoscopy) to obtain a sample that can be used to investigate for cancer or histoplasmosis.
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