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Hi doc can i ask the calcification scar in lungs, what does it means? thankyou

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Calcified scar: The calcified scar may an indication of an old infection in the lungs that have become calcified over time.

Answered 1/9/2018

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A member asked:

Hi doc can i ask the calcification scar in lungs, what does it means? thankyou

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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