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I was just wondering if black spot are found on a ct scan. is it cancer?
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may need more tests: If ct scan shows abnormal nodule you may need follow up scans and depending on your history and size/location of spot, for instnace lung nodule may need a pet-ct scan with delayed imaging; liver spot may need MRI or biopsy etc. See your primary care doctor.
Answered 10/14/2017
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