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X-ray for pleural effusion
Hi 28f...in 2020 Aug did hrct chest to rule out covid but no covid but it showed bilateral minimal plueral effusion and infective etiology.
Now I am getting chest X-ray single view post covid .my query is will chest X-ray single view show the bilateral plueral effusion if any or else do I need to take any diff X-ray
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X- ray Chrst PA viewvand in Lying posture will show if pleural effusion is there.
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment for the same
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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Kishan Srikanth
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Based on the brief clinical information provided, — If you don’t have any symptoms, no need of any chest x ray after 2 years of recovery from covid 19.
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Xray chest pa view will show pleural effusion, if present.pl consult pulmonologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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