Question 1

lung ct shows nodular thickening along left major fissure. what does this mean?

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: That is an abnormal CT finding but the interpretation depends on the medical history, physical exam and other test results.

Question 2

ct results prominent mediastinal and left hilar enlargement with a small 9mm nodule along the major fissure of the left lung what does this mean?

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Mediastinal and: hilar enlargement generally imply enlarged lymph nodes in those regions.  There are numerous causes of enlarged lymph nodes.  You need to talk to your doctor about what it means in your particular case.  The 9mm nodule may or may not be related or significant.

Question 3

went ct scan-lungs:triangular pleural based opacity in the right minor fissure may represent perifissural lymph node, otherwise base clear.feel worry?

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Depends on symptoms.: Interpreting findings on X-rays depends on your symptoms &amp; prior medical condition(s). So...why was the CT scan obtained? Were you coughing? Fever? Any history of cancer or lymphoma? A lymph node in the fissure is not worrisome unless your symptoms or history point to it being abnormal. Use HealthTap Prime or talk to the ordering doctor / Radiologist if you have concerns or symptoms. Good luck!

Question 4

last friday i was diagnosed with anal fissure surgery but d pain and bleeding has nt stopped cant even pass stools coz of palpitation and chest ache

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Call your surgeon: If you had surgery last week, call your surgeon. If not, call your doctor today. They'll take the call.  Hope this helps!

Question 5

chest xray - latetal view demonstrates blunting of both costophrenic angles w/either small lung base pleural effusions are chronic pleural thickening.

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If you have: previous chest X-rays to compare, that would be helpful in making the determination between mild pleural thickening(scarring) or effusion(fluid).  There are numerous potential etiologies for each.  Further imaging could include ultrasound, special chest xray views(decubitus views ), or CT scan.

Question 6

ct concerns me  small fluid in pelvis with subtle enhancement of adjacent peritoneum. no rim enhancement & no air.minor hydroureter & hydronephrosis. dependent changes in lung base.mural thickening of terminal & distal ileum with vasa recta engorged?

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: It is difficult to make any diagnosis based on this. Pl. consult a general surgeon ASAP

Question 7

could you explain my report.
stable foci of nodular pleural thickening measuring 3 mm along right minor fissure  and 4 mm along right lateral inferior?

Accepted Answer

There are lots: of questions here. While you don't say, this sounds like a report from an imaging test such as a CT/MRI of the lung. The pleura is a thin membrane that covers the lungs. Thickening results from scarring, infection, tumors, etc. Unfortunately, most NODULAR pleural thickening is the result of cancer..either metastatic from the lung, breast or elsewhere, or mesothelioma. Your doctor can elaborate.

Question 8

recent chest ct mentions mild diffuse bronchial wall thickening and faint small clustered nodularity ground glass 3mm after a 2 week cough neg for viruses no typical flu cold symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: Besides viral infection, there are many endemic bacterial, fungal or parasitic lung diseases which can cause the described symptoms and those CT findings. You should see a pulmonologist (specialist for lung diseases).

Question 9

what does thickening of interstitial lung markings mean?

Accepted Answer

On a CT usually: This refers to a finding seen on x-rays, more specifically ct scans of the chest. It can be seen on plain chest x-rays, but is less reliable. It refers to a more prominent appearance of the normally very slight, nearly invisible linear markings near the periphery of your lungs. It can be caused by many things.  "fibrosis" or scarring is the most concerning, but by no means the only cause.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: lung thickening?

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Lung thickening: Lung thickening = pleura or  lining of lungs becomes thicker or has greater depth.  May occur with some lung diseases.

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Lung ct shows nodular thickening along left major fissure. what does this mean?

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Ct results prominent mediastinal and left hilar enlargement with a small 9mm nodule along the major fissure of the left lung what does this mean?

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Went ct scan-lungs:triangular pleural based opacity in the right minor fissure may represent perifissural lymph node, otherwise base clear.feel worry?

A member asked:

Last friday i was diagnosed with anal fissure surgery but d pain and bleeding has nt stopped cant even pass stools coz of palpitation and chest ache

A member asked:

Chest xray - latetal view demonstrates blunting of both costophrenic angles w/either small lung base pleural effusions are chronic pleural thickening.

A member asked:

Ct concerns me small fluid in pelvis with subtle enhancement of adjacent peritoneum. no rim enhancement & no air.minor hydroureter & hydronephrosis. dependent changes in lung base.mural thickening of terminal & distal ileum with vasa recta engorged?

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Could you explain my report. stable foci of nodular pleural thickening measuring 3 mm along right minor fissure and 4 mm along right lateral inferior?

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Recent chest ct mentions mild diffuse bronchial wall thickening and faint small clustered nodularity ground glass 3mm after a 2 week cough neg for viruses no typical flu cold symptoms?

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What does thickening of interstitial lung markings mean?

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What is the definition or description of: lung thickening?

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