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Lungs infection diagnosed
1. Few calcified foci are seen in bilateral upper lung zone.
2. Bilateral lung zone are hyperinflated with flattening of diaphragm.
3. Apical pleural thickening is noted bilaterally.
These three issues were diagnosed on my father's X-ray, May I know further details and worrying level, please!!
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Kindly do a pulmonologist consultation for detailed history and proper treatment
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X-ray shows changes probably due to some old infection. A CT scan and PFT may be required for further evaluation, if the patient has persistent symptoms.
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Consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation.
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Findings are suggestive of tuberculosis.. please take an opinion of a pulmonologist for further treatment
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Above findings s/o old ptb with OAD ...need to know history of smoking... consult PULMONOLOGIST Further advice...
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DO PULMONARY FUNCTION TEST
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quit smoking if current smoker
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Take a consultation with Pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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These finding suggest old tuberculosis with cops changes....clinical history is more relevant for the worring level...
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Is ur father having any respiratory issue currently if yes then he should consult a pulmonologist as what ever changes are there these represent old infective sequalae and can be the reason of current symptoms of breathelessness
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
They are only old infection marks,with copd.No active treatment is necessary. Pl do Lung exercises with respirometer. Pl build your immunity. No worry at all.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.
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Dr. Vijay Singh Jadaun
Pulmonologist
38 yrs exp
Jaipur
Consult me online.
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