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Mild scarring left lower lobe diagnosed by chest x-ray how common is this finding? scared could progress altho dr not concerned should go for ct scan?
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Common: Scarring can occur following previous infection , trauma, lung disease or surgery in chest.Scarring is not uncommon in older patient who becomes more exposed to various pulmonary conditions.There is known association of scars and development of lung cancer.Long period of time between baseline scar and cancer.Other risk factors contribute such as smoking, environment, genes.Ct better defines scar.
Answered 10/12/2017
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Many problems: Any condition that can cause marked inflammation such as infection or prolonged irritation to due chemical injury or trauma may produce such scarring . In most instances this is due to a benign process. However it needs to be followed over a period of time to monitor changes.
Answered 6/17/2018
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