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Is this true, if i 'm told that having bronchiectasis causes several nodules over time in lungs?and that they shouldn't be monitored if seen on ct

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not usually: Certain parts of bronchiectasis may look like nodules when they are not. They are likely two different issues and each needs be followed.

Answered 1/21/2014

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A member asked:

Is this true, if i 'm told that having bronchiectasis causes several nodules over time in lungs?and that they shouldn't be monitored if seen on ct

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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