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Could The Fibro Calcific Densities In The Upper Zone Of Lungs Be A Matter Of Concern?

Hello Doctor,My father is cigar smoker and had recently breathing issues and after consulting doctor he advised to go for Chest X-ray P A View.The findings were Fibro calcific density seen in bilateral upper zones and Bilateral old PTB lensions.However Cardiac size seen normal and CP Angles are normal.Please advise if there is any serious issue and what precautions to be taken.
Mon, 9 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Fibrocalcified lesions on chest x ray is commonly seen with previous lung infections like tuberculosis.
So no need to worry for these Fibrocalcified lesions as they are old, healed, inactive scars.
Since he is smoker and having breathing difficulty, better to get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) to diagnose bronchitis.
PFT will also tell you about severity of bronchitis and treatment is based on severity only.
He will need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone).
It is must for him to quit smoking as soon as possible.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks.
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Could The Fibro Calcific Densities In The Upper Zone Of Lungs Be A Matter Of Concern?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Fibrocalcified lesions on chest x ray is commonly seen with previous lung infections like tuberculosis. So no need to worry for these Fibrocalcified lesions as they are old, healed, inactive scars. Since he is smoker and having breathing difficulty, better to get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) to diagnose bronchitis. PFT will also tell you about severity of bronchitis and treatment is based on severity only. He will need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). It is must for him to quit smoking as soon as possible. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks.