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Do I Need Further Testing For Mildly Hyperinflated Lungs And Trace Pleural Fluid After Recent Chest Pain And A History Of Lung Issues?
Had a chest x-ray today due to pain in back around left lung. Was told in September of 2021 that I had phenomenon in left lung do have a family history of lung cancer (sister passed ). Drs notes show mildly hyperinflated lungs. Trace pleural fluid both lung bases. Lungs mildly hyperinflated. Do I need further testing?
Thu, 3 Oct 2024
Hello,
Your symptoms may be indicative of mild pleural effusion. It commonly occurs due to Infections like pneumonia or tuberculosis. Other medical condition that may also cause such symptoms are heart failure, kidney disease or certain cancers. You are advised to get imaging tests, like ultrasound, or CT scan done so that the cause of symptoms can be confirmed & treatment started at the earliest.
Yes, you need to get clinically examined and treated at the earliest. Your treatment will depend on the pathology diagnosed and the severity of the symptoms. You will be first given conservative treatment but if required you may be given invasive treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
Your symptoms may be indicative of mild pleural effusion. It commonly occurs due to Infections like pneumonia or tuberculosis. Other medical condition that may also cause such symptoms are heart failure, kidney disease or certain cancers. You are advised to get imaging tests, like ultrasound, or CT scan done so that the cause of symptoms can be confirmed & treatment started at the earliest.
Yes, you need to get clinically examined and treated at the earliest. Your treatment will depend on the pathology diagnosed and the severity of the symptoms. You will be first given conservative treatment but if required you may be given invasive treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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