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I also have another question what about ground glass opacity in the lung with mild atelectatic change is that good or bad?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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Neither: good nor bad per se. The atelectatic change may be simply incidental and of little or no significance. There are a number of causes of ground glass opacity, and this could represent a significant finding, so best bet is to discuss the findings with your doc.

Answered 11/29/2020

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A member asked:

I also have another question what about ground glass opacity in the lung with mild atelectatic change is that good or bad?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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