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2007 i was diagnosed ptb both upper lobes then i was treated and now its 10 years ago why is it the result of my xray now is still ptb both upper lobe?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It can result: in lung scarring, which doesn't go away even after the active disease is treated.

Answered 4/30/2018

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