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37 asain female. born outside of usa. always tb test positive. 2009 chest x-ray is clear. 09/2012 x-ray show 4mm nodule. how concern should i be?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Concerned: A new pulmonary nodule is concerning. Probably not TB since skin test has been positive and "clear" chest x-ray in 2009. See pulmonologist for workup.
Answered 4/19/2018
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M.D. visit: If your TB test is positive the chest x ray can be used as a screening test to determine changes which can be caused by tb. Your doctor may order additional testing and perform a lavage of your lungs to send the washings for TB cultures. It is important to be evaluated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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