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2021-07-31 18:21:09
My friend 22yr old was diagnosed with bronchitis 4 years ago. (6 months treatment) She recently got her X-ray done for Visa purposes. The X ray showed past infection. How long does the X ray show past bronchitis infection?
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Tuberculosis induced radiological changes remain longer years usually  lifetime,need to know clear history which medication she took for six months in the past etc
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Take online consultation with pulmonologist for detailed information

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I think you are confused with TB and bronchitis. That old healed lesions will be there for life time..Better evaluation take a appointment with Pulmonologist

Answered2021-08-01 02:44:13

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Exact history is needed.6 months course, will normally will be taken,in TB.may be healing patches,due to fibrosis.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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