A 46-year-old member asked:
radiology help. ct scan showed multiple lung cysts, can you tell me what that means?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ernst Garcon answered
Diagnostic Radiology 30 years experience
Many things: Several things including:
cystic fibrosis
broncchiectasis
emphysema in smoker
congenital cysts.
Infections like pneumonia
talk to your doc to find out xactly which one.
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Dr. Corinne Deurdulian answered
Radiology 22 years experience
Depends: These may be genetic, related to a lung disease, or may be related to smoking. Your doctor may have a better idea after reviewing your history and performing a physical exam.
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