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Had pneumonia three times in 10 months. had recent ct scan which showed density on lll of lung. what could be the cause of the repetitious pneumonia?
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Airway blockage: Seems likely that you have some structural issue of the airway that is preventing clearing of secretions and causing recurrent pneumonia. Could be something you aspirated, something causing compression like a lymph node, or some other type of abnormality. See a pulmonologist and or thoracic surgeon because three pneumonia a in 10 months is abnormal and worrisome.
Answered 4/23/2016
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Mgt/workup: These findings require further investigation, including cultures, cytology and a visualization of the airway. There are many possible causes of recurrent pulmonary infections. A virtual consult can be booked online at healthtap.com/DosanjhMD so that further details and a review of your HRCT can be performed.
Answered 3/12/2020
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