A member asked:

My x-ray results are minimal fibrotic scarring in the right uppuer lung, no parenchymal infiltrates seen, what does it mean?did i have an illnes?

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Dr. Martin Bress answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably.: The scarring is a result of previous inflammation usually from infection. The location of the scarring on the x-ray raises the possibility of exposure to tuberculosis. You should get a TB skin test if you haven't received bcg. Go see the doctor.

Answered 5/11/2021

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