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I had a chest xray for chest pain ( turned out to be gerd) but in the process it was noted that i have minimal scarring in left lung base. i am a former smoker, but i routinely vape. should i be concerned?
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If you had left pneumonia in the past that finding can be present. If you don't, check with your PMD for the next step if you want a definite answer. You seem conscious enough about your health so it is time to stop vaping. Good luck.
Answered 4/5/2023
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