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What Does COPD Mean In The Chest X Ray Result?
Hi, I have a chest exray which the radiologist noted as Mediastinum is normal. Right hilium is prominent, with a round opacity overlying it, may suggest lymphadenopathy. Lungs: Prominence of bronchovascular markings is noted. Pleura: normal. Changes to COPD noted. Is this very worrying, and what does COPD mean?
Fri, 24 Jan 2014
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COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and this is a condition in which there is decreased exchange of gases in the lungs. This is due to changes in the smaller airways. You should reduce smoking if you are a chronic smoker. Please take medications as advised by a pulmonologist.
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COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and this is a condition in which there is decreased exchange of gases in the lungs. This is due to changes in the smaller airways. You should reduce smoking if you are a chronic smoker. Please take medications as advised by a pulmonologist.
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