
What Should Be Done For Nodules In Lungs?

Question: am 72 years old ,non smoker. I had a ct screening because I worked with asbestos brake linings when I was in my 40s. I got the results small nodule less than 5mm follow up ct in 6 months. My friend who had lung cancer said I Shouldn't wait 6 months, that I should get biopsy. I would like to see my dr now and ask questions about this than wait six months. What do you think?
Brief Answer:
Do not wait till 6 months,disease may progress.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks and welcome to Healthcaremagic .
The size of the nodule though 5 mm, it may progress if you wait for 6 months.
It may be benign tumor or cancer but consult doctor soon.
A biopsy under ultrasonography and histopathological examination will confirm the diagnosis .
If the diagnosis is in doubt another biopsy may be taken at a latter date.
Early diagnosis is most important for good prognosis.
Hope this answer will serve your purpose.
Please feel free to ask further queries .
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
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