
What Do Nodules In Lungs Indicate?

Forget about nodules for now...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
First, I need to have the Ct-scan reports to get them analyzed myself.
1. You are right, 1 mm difference is not taken into consideration due to slight variation in image. Your nodules are still the same size to my opinion.
2. You are reporting to have run 2 consecutive ct-scan within 6 months. According to Fleischner Society recommendations (FSR), if the first ct-scan detected such small nodules (less than 4 mm), and you have less risk factors (no smoker); then, you are scheduled to run another Ct-scan after 12 months to see the progress.
You have already done the second Ct-scan after 6 months, which reported no changes in nodules. So, you can forget about the nodules, and not to be exposed to Ct-scan radiation.
If I was your caring doctor would recommend to run MRI after 2 years to see if any change.
Once again, for the moment, you can forget about the nodules, but, as they are still there, you need to schedule follow up appointments.
All the best!
Dr.Sejdini


Need to elaborate on node on esophagus?
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
Thank you for your follow up queries.
Here I got a bit confused unfortunately : At the first query, you have reported nodules only on your lungs, but now you are also reporting another nodule in esophagus. They are quite different things which I need to elaborate more. Can you send the ct-scan report? Or at least, you can write down the full report?
My earlier explanations were based only on lungs nodules. If you have also nodules in esophagus, then, there is place for a different discussion.
However, in either cases, MRI is a good alternative in giving details of soft tissue of the body (including of the chest area).
At the end, in your case, the Ct-scan has confirmed small nodules, which are well localized and not spread. This gives assurance.
I still need to clarify this esophagus nodule to give final conclusions.
Thank you!
Dr.Sejdini


Your complete health background is needed...
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
It's great that there is no nodule in your esophagus. As mentioned earlier, I need to have your Ct-scan report and your all health background including:
- symptoms you have?
- other conditions or diseases diagnosed?
- other risk factors apart non-smoking?
As I lack all these data, and your doctor knows better, such data could have constrained your doctor to repeat ct-scan follow up after 6 months and not 1 year.
Anyway, I'd advise to forget the nodule and enjoy your life!
All the best!
Dr.Sejdini

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