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Ct said i have a 2mm lung spot that has not changed for a full year or more. not there in '09 and rad and onc said no concern. possible lung met?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Unlikely : These 2mm spots as long as they are stable for more than a year most likely are post inflammatory in nature. That means from prior pneumonia or something like that. Very common. Don't worry.

Answered 11/11/2014

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