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7months in tb treatment now left cp angle visible in xray less opacity but a circular shadow at spot of pleural effusion n i have pain there too?

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Dr. Alexandre Furman answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

TB: Would advise getting a CT scan to assess for cavitation and other abnormalities. Continue with ur treatment and follow with lung specialist. Good luck

Answered 5/27/2018

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