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A follow-up cxr showed right hilar density had persisted though the pneumonitis had cleared. first radiologist reported lymphadenopathy as likely however the second radiologist suggested it could be normal vascular structures. do i need a ct?

Q: a follow-up cxr showed right hilar density had persisted though the pneumonitis had cleared. first radiologist reported lymphadenopathy as likely however the second radiologist suggested it could be normal vascular structures. do i need a ct?

: That decision should be made by someone who knows your full history, exam and testing along with why the study was done to start with. Sometimes another chest x-ray at a different angle will clarify the issue without the additional radiation and expense of a CT.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

That decision should be made by someone who knows your full history, exam and testing along with why the study was done to start with. Sometimes another chest x-ray at a different angle will clarify the issue without the additional radiation and expense of a CT.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/15/2022

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A member asked:

A follow-up cxr showed right hilar density had persisted though the pneumonitis had cleared. first radiologist reported lymphadenopathy as likely however the second radiologist suggested it could be normal vascular structures. do i need a ct?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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