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Chest x-ray: few fibrotic strands noted in left upper zone. also ill defined opacities noted in bilateral lower zone. bad?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Somewhat : too vague to answer. Would need thorough history and exam along with the reason you had a chest x-ray to begin with. All of this except the exam could be obtained from HealthTap's paid service or all of it from your PCP. Hope this was helpful.

Answered 4/26/2019

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