Question 1

does clear chest x-ray mean that i don't have a pe in my lungs?

Accepted Answer

No: A chest x-ray is a very insensitive test for detection of pe. Ct of chest with contrast is the usual exam ordered if there is clinical suspicion of pe.

Question 2

would a clear chest x-ray mean there is no lung cancer?

Accepted Answer

Chest Xray: No. It means there is no visible mass that could be lung cancer.  Sometimes the xray is done too early in life when there is not a big mass yet to see.

Question 3

what does accentuated bronchovascular markings - central mediastinum - clear costophrenic  sinsues means in chest x-ray report ?

Accepted Answer

Many different thing: Those markings at the biotin of the chest often represent blood vessels.  When they are larger or better seen they could be due to bronchitis or early pneumonia amount others.  Depends on why you had the chest X-ray in the first place. And these markings can be prominent in those who smoke.  So talk to your doctor and see if they are related to anything they were looking for

Question 4

hello, today i received my results from a chest x-ray and it said my lungs are hyperextended what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

X-Ray: you need to discuss this with the ordering/examining doctor as they have your history, your results and have done an exam.  They are in the best position to explain things and give you advice.

Question 5

what causes chest pain if chest x-ray is clear could it still be the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Too many to list: Chest has many organs that can cause chest pain - lungs, heart, pleural and pericardial lining, esophagus, great vessels, nerves, bones, muscles to name a few that are all potential culprits of chest pain. People with anxiety and panic attack can also experience chest pain. That's why evaluation by physician with detailed history and physical is critical in order to try to elucidate the etiology.

Question 6

i went and got a chest x-ray. due to the results it shows evidence of hyperfilated lungs. what do this mean? do i have have copd? i take a sprimonitor test tomorrow?

Accepted Answer

: More details would be helpful, do you have a history of smoking or of asthma? What was the reason for the chest x ray. The hyperinflation indicates air trapping which is associated with obstructive lung disease. A pulmonary function test is recommended. A peak flow meter for home may be useful in recording symptoms and readings. Keep all vaccinations up to date. Watch 4 shortness of breath.

Question 7

what is low lung volume on babies mean? my son is a year old and had a chest x-ray done and this came back on the paper they gave me.

Accepted Answer

Usually : Usually this refers to the fact that infants cannot voluntarily take a deep breath and hold it like adults are instructed to do when they have cxrs taken.  This is often reported and may reflect that your son was crying at the time the image was taken.  Recommend discussing with your pediatrician if your son has any acute symptoms (cough or wheezing).

Question 8

had pneumonia 3 months ago chest x-ray is now clear but have awful chest pain does chest x-ray so parmanant damage to lung could that cause it?

Accepted Answer

Heart attack pain?: A person with chest pain must see the doctor to find out why. He should consider going to the E.R. If he cannot reach his doctor immediately. If it turns out to be a heart problem, a collapsed lung, a pneumonia, a blood clot in the lung, bad heartburn, costochondritis (inflammation of the rib joints), etc..., he will still be in the right place at the emergency room. One chest x-ray isn't harmful.

Question 9

can a chest x-ray show clear lungs but 1 month later show multiple lung lesions 2.5 cm in size?do lesions grow that fast?or did the radiologist  fail?

Accepted Answer

YES IT CAN: Yes it can, it depends on what the lesions are from.Radiologist can not make such a mistake.A clear lung on chest xray can not be nd same is tru about multiple lesions which develop within a month.You have to follow up this with your doctor to find out what is the cause of these multiple lesions in lung
it may be due to infection or some kind of tumors.It definitely needs to be investigated furthe.

Question 10

i had covid 3 weeks ago felt fine now i have shortness of breathe my oxygen is fine lungs clear chest x-ray clear and ekg clear could it just be a cold or lingering covid symptoms or my anxiety its like i have to yawn to breathe?

Accepted Answer

: If your shortness of breath is at rest and not during exertion, anxiety is the usual cause. However if you're short of breath with activities that shouldn't make you dyspneic &amp; there's no cardiac cause or anemia,, I recommend consulting a pulmonologist for evaluation. Appropriate testing will most likely include a chest CT scan and pulmonary function testing.

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Does clear chest x-ray mean that i don't have a pe in my lungs?

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Would a clear chest x-ray mean there is no lung cancer?

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What does accentuated bronchovascular markings - central mediastinum - clear costophrenic sinsues means in chest x-ray report ?

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Hello, today i received my results from a chest x-ray and it said my lungs are hyperextended what does that mean?

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What causes chest pain if chest x-ray is clear could it still be the lungs?

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I went and got a chest x-ray. due to the results it shows evidence of hyperfilated lungs. what do this mean? do i have have copd? i take a sprimonitor test tomorrow?

A member asked:

What is low lung volume on babies mean? my son is a year old and had a chest x-ray done and this came back on the paper they gave me.

A member asked:

Had pneumonia 3 months ago chest x-ray is now clear but have awful chest pain does chest x-ray so parmanant damage to lung could that cause it?

A member asked:

Can a chest x-ray show clear lungs but 1 month later show multiple lung lesions 2.5 cm in size?do lesions grow that fast?or did the radiologist fail?

A member asked:

I had covid 3 weeks ago felt fine now i have shortness of breathe my oxygen is fine lungs clear chest x-ray clear and ekg clear could it just be a cold or lingering covid symptoms or my anxiety its like i have to yawn to breathe?

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