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I got my result from my x-ray today and says i have hazy density. conclusion ptb upper left lung.i had ptb 5 years ago & treated, is this ptb or scar?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Mgt.: Any symptoms or changes in your radiograph, compared to post treatment, may lead to additional tests. Airway cultures to identify TB can be sent to clarify.
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