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Suggest Treatment For Small Nodules On The Lungs

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Posted on Thu, 19 Apr 2018
Question: Hi I had a CT scan in February 2017 that revealed 2 lung nodules. In august another scan revealed 2 more.
Another scan is scheduled in February 2018. Should I get a second opinion?
Should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (21 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking

There are a lot of causes for lung nodules like

granuloma, which are small clumps of cells that grow because of inflammation. noninfectious diseases that cause noncancerous nodules, such as sarcoidosis and rheumatoid arthritis. neoplasms, which are abnormal growths that can be benign etc

Your doctor makes you in follow up to control the number and the size of your nodes.In my opinion you should not be concerned at the moment. If it was something serious your doctor would have kept you informed about this issue.

Best regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (15 hours later)
Thank you for answering my question. Yes I have had a lot of bronchitis over the years which could have caused these come to think of it. I've never smoked but my parents did which is my concern also. It never hurts to get a second opinion when it involves a possibility of cancer.

Thanks again
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (36 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi

You have nothing to worry about the cancer

Best regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad
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Suggest Treatment For Small Nodules On The Lungs

Brief Answer: Ct scan Detailed Answer: Hello and thank you for asking There are a lot of causes for lung nodules like granuloma, which are small clumps of cells that grow because of inflammation. noninfectious diseases that cause noncancerous nodules, such as sarcoidosis and rheumatoid arthritis. neoplasms, which are abnormal growths that can be benign etc Your doctor makes you in follow up to control the number and the size of your nodes.In my opinion you should not be concerned at the moment. If it was something serious your doctor would have kept you informed about this issue. Best regards