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Had specialist lung dr check xray 3 months ago said nothing sinister other than calcium spots now have pain between shoulder blades.. cancer?
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Probably not: Most likely calcified granulomas. These typically are benign. Hope this helps.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Not likely: Developing a calcifying cancer in the tissues of the back between the scapula would be rare. This is likely benign. Keep following it with your physician, though.
Answered 3/30/2013
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