Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Mold In Lungs
may need further testing
Detailed Answer:
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If this infection is present then it can be detected by analysis of the sputum. A sample of the sputum can be sent to the lab by your doctor for analysis.
In addition there are blood tests can also be done to detect this pathogen. Part of the workup for allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis also includes testing IgE levels.
IgE is part of the immune system and its levels increase in the presence of any allergic reaction.
Since there were no changes in the initial x ray then you and your doctor may want to consider more detailed imaging such as a CT scan which would definitely be able to show any changes.
The criteria for detecting this condition depends on (1)symptoms (2)increased IgE greater than 1000
(3)detecting aspergillus in blood tests
(4)changes on x ray or ct scan
If further testing is done then you may be able to determine if present
I hope this helps, feel free to ask to any other questions
should get some answers soon
Detailed Answer:
HI
It is understandable to be concerned.
The CT would be able to determine if there are any structural changes to the lungs due to any type of infection and will also take a look at surrounding areas.
The sputum test would also be very helpful, hopefully you will have definitive answers in a few days
Please feel free to ask anything else