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Should i be concerned if my ct scan of my lungs shows mild bibasilar gravity dependent atelectasis. reason is shortness of breath.?
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No: If you take a few good deep breaths, you'll eliminate it. If cts were free and had no radiation dose, you could prove this by taking a few deep breaths and repeating your scan.
Answered 6/30/2018
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