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I just found out i have a 9mm noncalcified lung nodule in upper left lobe. dr wants to wait 3 months for a ct but im scared to wait that long. chances of it being cancer? i read that noncalcified and upper lobe is bad findings.

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Know your risk facto: If you are that concerned speak frankly with your physician. If you have risk factors like smoking, + family history of cancer you need to share that with your physician

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/8/2019

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A member asked:

I just found out i have a 9mm noncalcified lung nodule in upper left lobe. dr wants to wait 3 months for a ct but im scared to wait that long. chances of it being cancer? i read that noncalcified and upper lobe is bad findings.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Modi agreed

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