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My husband is 62 yrs old and was told he had glass platelets in his left lung. what does that mean? are they dangerous?

Q: my husband is 62 yrs old and was told he had glass platelets in his left lung. what does that mean? are they dangerous?

: I have never heard about this condition. Your husband may mishear the condition, please check back with his doctor.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

I have never heard about this condition. Your husband may mishear the condition, please check back with his doctor.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 6/24/2022

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A member asked:

My husband is 62 yrs old and was told he had glass platelets in his left lung. what does that mean? are they dangerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Singh agreed

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