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Size of lung nodule
If size of lung nodule is getting smaller in repeated ct scan of 1 month by using antibiotics for two weeks is it a benign nodule or malignant. Should i use more antibiotics to completely disappear the nodule and how much time it will take
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To know benign or malignant you need biopsy.
CT can't say that
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I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest
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It may be due to infective origin !!! Better to do sputum tests and review
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Dr. Sarthak Rastogi
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16 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please have a detailed discussion with your doctor, regarding need for antibiotics...
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