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A member asked:
I had xray a week ago and abnormal xray fue to small linear density and i had ppd test which swell 14 mm how danger it is do i have a chance to work?
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Needs follow up: The question is not quit clear. If you have an abnormal chest x ray and a positive ppd, you should be seen by an "infectious disease" doctor or go to a TB clinic
Answered 6/10/2014
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