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Is Persistent Nodularity In The Right Lung Indicative Of Cancer?
Question: Hi I'm XXXXXXX XXXXXXX I was told by adoctor I have either pneumonia or nodularity within the right lung upper lobe if idon't respond to antibiotics.Is that poosible and can you pneumni?Penelope or I have a mass and it's probably cancer
Brief Answer:
CT guided biopsy
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Since your doctor told you that either u had pneumonia or nodularity within right lung upper lobe i suggest u complete a 7 day course of antibiotic and then repeat CT scan of chest with contrast and if the space occupying lesion in your lungs still persist in the scan then u do a CT guided biopsy from that lesion to rule out malignancy.
Generally pneumonic patches clear off in scan after a course of antibiotic.
CT guided biopsy
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Since your doctor told you that either u had pneumonia or nodularity within right lung upper lobe i suggest u complete a 7 day course of antibiotic and then repeat CT scan of chest with contrast and if the space occupying lesion in your lungs still persist in the scan then u do a CT guided biopsy from that lesion to rule out malignancy.
Generally pneumonic patches clear off in scan after a course of antibiotic.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
I thoufht there was a difference between cancer and pneumonia?And since I have pneumonia is it catching for others around me,what can I do to try and get rid of pneumonia just an antibiotic Sincerely XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Antibiotics,rest and fluids
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Mild pneumonia can usually be successfully treated at home with antibiotics and plenty of rest and fluids.
You may continue to cough for two to three weeks after finishing your course of antibiotics and feel tired for even longer, as your body continues to recover.
You can take painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve pain and reduce fever.
A warm drink of honey and lemon can help relieve the discomfort caused by coughing.
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and get plenty of rest to help your body recover.
Pneumonia is not usually passed from one person to another so it is safe to be with others, including family members.
However, it would be sensible for those with weakened immune systems to avoid a person with pneumonia until they are starting to get better.
When you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue to catch the germs.
Throw used tissues away immediately, in a bin or toilet – germs can live for several hours after they leave your nose or mouth.
Wash your hands regularly, to avoid transferring germs to anyone else or other objects.
If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.
Regards
DR DE
Antibiotics,rest and fluids
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Mild pneumonia can usually be successfully treated at home with antibiotics and plenty of rest and fluids.
You may continue to cough for two to three weeks after finishing your course of antibiotics and feel tired for even longer, as your body continues to recover.
You can take painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve pain and reduce fever.
A warm drink of honey and lemon can help relieve the discomfort caused by coughing.
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and get plenty of rest to help your body recover.
Pneumonia is not usually passed from one person to another so it is safe to be with others, including family members.
However, it would be sensible for those with weakened immune systems to avoid a person with pneumonia until they are starting to get better.
When you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue to catch the germs.
Throw used tissues away immediately, in a bin or toilet – germs can live for several hours after they leave your nose or mouth.
Wash your hands regularly, to avoid transferring germs to anyone else or other objects.
If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.
Regards
DR DE
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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