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Can a 4 mm solid non calcified nodule in lung be actually a blood clot?

Q: can a 4 mm solid non calcified nodule in lung be actually a blood clot?

: No. Clots have a different density and would often be undetectable by x-ray.

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No. Clots have a different density and would often be undetectable by x-ray.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 1/6/2022

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A calcified nodule usually represents a healed lesion. A common cause is healed primary tuberculosis. Healed fungal lesions can have a similar appearance. In any case the calcified nodule is not a health concern. Wish you good health!

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