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Sir can you tell me
Is it possible that MRI scan is not able to detect cancer when FNAC is showing presence of cancer
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Less likely..mri picks up well..but you have to give details of fnac from which part and what is the history so as to guide you better..there are other investigations too like a pet scan to confirm if needed
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detailed history and findings
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Fnac is of the lymphnode or a swelling. A mri will show dimensions of a sweeling. A pet scan will show a cancerous growth if any
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u need to take an online consultantion to know better
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Hello
Tell me which area FNAC you are talking.
MRI can detect cancerous lesion for sure.
No doubt in that.
But for better understanding a doctor needs
Clinical image first.
So your question reuqire detail history.
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Better you take ENT consultation for better understanding and management
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