A member asked:

If you have uri or cold symptoms, would it interfere with the ct chest scan with contrast images or results. ?

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Dr. Mark Loury answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

It could: With a viral bronchitis there is inflammation in the lungs so a ct of chest done when ill may look worse than normal. If it is to follow a mass then probably less important. Suggest speaking to radiologist to see if waiting until cold passes is advised so that you get the most accurate study possible.

Answered 9/28/2016

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