Question 1

what are mild emphysematous blebs on upper right apex of the lung? are these dangerous?

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Emphysema: is a disease of the lung which is either caused by smoking or a genetic disorder. Emphysema destroys lung tissue and creates holes called blebs that look like Swiss cheese holes. By themselves, they are not dangerous, but they can lead to pneumothorax (collapsed lung). Since they are associated with smoking, they can be the location of future lung cancer. So please STOP SMOKING.

Question 2

my doctor says i have "mild emphysematous blebs on upper right apex of the lung." what does this mean?

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It means there: are small abnormal cystic air-filled spaces in the upper right lung.  It is likely an incidental finding that has been there for years, and is of no clinical significance.  However, it is possible that it is an early manifestation of a more progressive process, so speak to your doctor about the significance in your particular situation.

Question 3

what causes fluid in the lung?

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Several: Fluid in the lungs could mean pulmonary edema (swelling of lung) which can be caused by heart failure (multiple causes of this), infection, mitral valve disease, kidney failure, inflammation. Fluid surrounding lungs (pleural effusion) trauma, infection, heart failure, cancer, kidney failure. There are more. It's best to talk with your doctor for specifics.

Question 4

what is a nodule on the lung and will it cause coughing?

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Pathology: It is lung pathology. Should be assessed by MD. Some can cause coughing. Follow up with MD. Important.

Question 5

what if my collasped lung dosent reinflate  only one lobe collasped will the lung rot and cause trouble?

Accepted Answer

No: With the correct treatment no lung/lobe will remain permanently compressed. And lungs do not rot.

Question 6

what are the causes of hilar mass in the lung?

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Hilar mass: Hilar mass is usually due to swollen lymph glands in the chest cavity. There are several reasons for swollen glands such as infections, cancer and sarcoidosis.

Question 7

does asbestos cause bullae on the lung?

Accepted Answer

Not rally: Asbestosis normally will cause interstitial fibrosis pleural plaques or pl effusions or tumors.

Question 8

what causes lymph nodes to swell in the lung?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring Centers: Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad  like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts.  They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react.  They shrink when all is well.

Question 9

can benign lung nodules cause problems in the lung?

Accepted Answer

No: Benign lung nodules are present on ct scan in a large minority of the population, perhaps even more than 50% in some areas, and depending upon how you define "nodules".  They do not impair your lung function.

Question 10

abnormal xray cause by small linear density in the lung?

Accepted Answer

Nonspecific: That sounds very nonspecific.  Possibilities range from it being absolutely nothing to being something that needs more investigation.  I recommend discussing the results with your primary doctor or the interpreting radiologist.

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