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Had an x-ray done because i was feeling ill, i was wet from rain and stayed in my wet clothes for 2 hours so i believe thats why. i feel cold in my chest , x-ray showed hilar/infrahilar streak opacities . what does this mean?

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Translation= it is ambiguous & could mean simply you did not take a deep breath for the x-ray or might have something minor starting. It does not say you have pneumonia or other worrisome things.

Answered 11/6/2021

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

COVID 19 and flu testing recommended. The opacities are a finding which may be associated with pneumonia or atelectasis. Other considerations include TB Watch for signs of fever and difficulty breathing. A virtual consult with Healthtap is available. Please follow up with a physician.

Answered 11/6/2021

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