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2021-01-07 13:22:54
I've got my Chest X-ray done today. I'm 29 and have zero problem. Just got this as a routine annual thing. I've never tried smoking and am a teatotaller. But the report says, "mild left basal pleural thinkening is noted", what does that mean? Is it contagious? Something to worry about? Please help
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USG cp angle if fluid diagnostic aspirations adv

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Hi noted your details consult pulmonologist for proper evaluation and management .
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GO FOR USG CHEST IT IS MORE SENSITIVE TEST.

Answered2021-01-07 13:28:07

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Hello noted above history and related issues As you stated above symptoms in lieu of any respiratory symptoms have an incident finding. Needs evaluation and symptoms analysis
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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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