Dr. Agrawai, I would like to thank you for taking the time to provide this information for patients. I am newly diagnosed and have been very concerned. Your presentation was very educational and better helped me to understand what my pulmonary and cardiologist attempted to explain to me. God bless you for your medical ministry and being willing to help .
I had it. I never felt so sick in my life. Basically it was the beginning of Cancer but they didn't use the word cancer. I took immediate steps to change everything. I changed all my products to natural one's after learning what is in our daily use products. I also began a strict cancer fighting diet. Along with prayer to battle. In 6 months Jesus healed me and the nodule disappeared completely and I no longer felt sick. ( I would treat it like it's cancer right off even if your not sure.) You can do this on your own by stopping all forms of sugar and following a cancer diet and reducing any stress in your life. I am not a Dr. and have no medical history but from my experience the quicker you act the better. Besides doing these things can only benefit you anyway not harm you.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE THEM IN ALL. LOBES OF LUNGS 🫁.. do I need surgery to get them out so they don’t block my airway🥶. Did they did another CAT scan the next day with the die stuff in it? ,, Which now I found out they use radiation on me.🥶
@@godschild3640 More than likely they will have to check if cancerous by doing a biopsy wich requires surgery. After they remove nodes you will breath better. Not better than before using methotrexate. Then you will have a lung disease on top of rheumatory .
I'm 71. I've been plagued with bilateral (NOT at the same time) Spontaneos Pneumothrox events since aged 17. By the age of 22, I'd had three surgeries (1 abraision left, pluerectomy x L & R and for years after, multiple events (20+) for which I refused chest tubes. Ignore spelling and improper terminology, please. Can you do a video on BLEBS. My last events were the evening of my Covid vac (but unrelated) and while visiting my sister's deathbed, one year later.
Thank you for the detailed explanation in this video. However, you did not address calcified and non calcified pulmonary nodules. I would like to learn about a solitary 35 mm non calcified nodule in the lower right lung and 30 mm calcified solitary nodule in the upper left lung. I have RA and a history of pneumonia, plus allergies.
We do follow up CT scans for ground glass nodules bc there's a chance they could be very slow growing tumors. What was the recommendation for your scan?
Depends on a lot of factors. Cancers that are ground glass tend to grow very very slowly though, so don't be scared. I would talk to your doctor about it and follow the recommendations in the radiology report.
I have carcinoids in both my lungs ! The one in my left lung is about the size of a loonie, and all the rest are the size of little peas. I have had them for over 30 years! I had the first one taken out in 1983 it was the size of a dime! Then five years later they found all the rest! I now have asthma and COPD! 😢
i had lung surery one and a half years ago for a 1.5 to 2 nodual i am still in pain my question was the surgery nessesary i live in naples fl high dollar docs but iam in pain a year ad a half after surgery at NCH Dr Perscotto iam sure he did his best i still work at wynns market in the kitche go me idont know had a blood test today and i have a cat scan on the 31 thank you for the info oh it was a segment what ever
I had surgery for nodule melanoma, deep and wide incision, they did a pet scan and found 2 nodules in the lung, follow up cat at 3 months, the 2 have grown, did a lung biopsy and said it was fungal, at 9 months found several new nodules….pulmonary rehab said anti-fungal medicine, I saw my primary doctor today and she told me don’t take anti fungal, it would make me very sick, she recommended Mayo Clinic if my insurance will take it, or if not make an appointment with a certain doctor….being 74 years old I am worried, why are they growing and getting several more nodules appearing ?
Thank you, doctor. I was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2021. It's been 2 years, no evidence of cancer. Yes, I still have followed up every 3 months. By watching this video, it gave me validation that my diagnosis, treatment progress, and follow up are the same. It's just like second opinion. Great info and comfirmation.
Good morning doc ,,my husband ddiagnos had a round phuemonia versus polmonary mass,, Wala nmn cyang dinaramndam kahit Isa sa mga sintomas, Ng lung cancer,, ano ba dapat Namin Gawin ?? Kailangan pabang CT scan?? Kahit Wala siyAng sintomas?? Thank you doc
Thank you for your excellent bedside manner. I can now relax a little knowing that ALL nodules are not cancer. It's enough to know there are other reasons for nodules other than a death sentence. Again, thank you.
Thank you for your soothing and calm explanation of lung nodules. I was just diagnosed incidentally from a heart CT with a less than 5 mm nodule and have convinced myself I have lung cancer. Your presentation is the best I have seen, and has calmed me down until I can discuss with my own doctor. Thank you so much!
Same. They found 3 from a Cardiac CT the biggest being 4mm. I am an ex smoker so I am stressed. They want a follow up at the one year mark which will be this next January. I hate waiting but I keep telling myself if they were truly worried they would have scheduled it sooner. I just don't think I can handle anymore bad news. The heart condition was hard enough to accept.💔
You are not alone, I too feel the same way. I had to beg the Dept of Veterans Affairs for a CT scan after just not feeling right. Almsot a year ago, sudden onset tiredness, loss of breath etc. Finally they listened to my fears and gave me a CT scan (had to wait 3 months) and results are back. 11 nodules that they measured 3 mm to 6mm. Numerous that was really small and didnt record. Then theres this mass in my medastinum. I dont know anything else other than they just referred me to pulnmonology. Hoping for the best but its scary. Makes me mad they just have been telling me its anxiety getting me all worked up.
Ive had a lobectomy last month but not herd anything from the hospital same with colonoscopy results i had two days before my op. Were you tested every year or so and how long did your results take to come through xxxxx
I was diagnosed with several hard nodules in 1981. The doctor said it was from air pollution and to not worry about them. I was 39 then. I’m going to turn 71 soon, and never gave them another thought until your video. I’ve had no problems, even though I smoked heavily until I was 45, then quitting “cold turkey” by the grace of God. I hope I can assume the doctor was right, as I’ve had scans, X-rays and an MRI for other things, and nothing was mentioned.
@@geraldinemcwilliams5137. For years I have had a persistent cough. My doctor couldn’t explain it so she ordered a CT chest scan, which showed I have 2 lung nodules (3mm & 9mm) and bibasilar acteletasis (collapsed lower lungs). When I was 21, I spray painted military vehicles with paint that contained hexavalent chromium. I did not use a respirator or any other type of protection. I had to blow and wash the aerosolized paint out of my nose every night because I unavoidably inhaled it while painting. I’m now 63 and I go back for a follow up CT in Nov. 2023 to see if the nodules have grown. I hope you’re well.
5:55 I really appreciate the analogies for the sizes of nodules! quarter, penny, chocolate chip, lentil and mustard seed. Amazing, and the visual is brilliant. Thanks.
Best piece of patient-oriented explanation of lung nodules. Needed this to understand my CT results better and be at peace with the "no actionable pulmonary nodules'" commentary. Thanks a ton for helping those who are worried or need guidance. If you are reading this, do you agree with my interpretation of "no actionable pulmonary nodules = no follow up necessary"? since they found a few in each lung, I am assuming those were small (size was not mentioned).
Yes I agree with that interpretation that you stated. With the technology we have now, we have the ability to see really tiny nodules but vast majority are benign. Glad this was helpful.
@@ThoracicRadiology Thanks for getting back. I do live in Chicago (CT scan was downtown at NWestern) and your geo-specific note on the common fungus was very helpful. Fun note, I have a friend from grad school at Michigan: you have almost the same name. He is Rishi Agarwal vs Agrawal... 🙂
I really can’t thank you enough for explaining this to me. I went to the er today for a couple issues and a found a nodule. The doctor explained but to the point where I felt like I had cancer. I literally felt impending doom leaving the ER but I am happy that I found this video to clear things up! I get a follow up soon and feel a bit better to where I can sleep tonight❤
Hey Doc , so I went in to the ER for a couple of issues and during a CT Scan a nodule was noted. I’ve known about this nodule for 13 yrs. It’s like 1mm in size . Never had issues, run miles , lift weight no problems . ever. My primary Dr. is a-where of it. I’m worried cause the ER doctor told me to follow up with lung 🫁 doctor .
Thank you .... I was just diagnosed with a 1.3 CM nodule. They did a puncture but either they didn't missed or it is just healthy lung tissue. I am going for a PET scan today and then a Bronchoscopy later to biopsy the nodule. Thank you for alleviating some of my fears.
Great for NPs too. It's nice to know what patients are listening to and learning about with their health for sites like RUclips. It helps the clinician better understand the pat from their understanding and perspective and it promotes a better discussion. Thank you.
You are a kind man to take your time to do such a excellent explanation of lung nodules. And even more than generous to answer some pressing questions. Thank you for being so generous with your knowledge. Cancer, of course is terrifying, and you were able to reassure many today.
Yes, I have been just diagnosed with this too, but they don’t tell you how much you have to find out on your own. And some doctors don’t believe in RUclips.
Thank you for this video. I had a f/u CT scan a few days ago and I’m freaking out a bit. I had discovered 2 small 3mm and 4mm subpleural (???) nodules back in 2020 that haven’t changed; but they discovered two new nodules…one is a vague interval (???) groundglass nodule measuring 6mm and a interval new reticulonodular markings with contrast opacity measuring 7mm in size. I just have no idea what this means and it’s not noted if it’s solid or not? Please advise. They recommended a 3-6 month ct for new follow up, but I’m very worried and can’t function. Thank you for your time.
Subpleural nodules are very common. That just means that the nodule is at the edge of the lung. These are likely benign especially since they are stable from 2020. The ground glass nodule and reticulonodular stuff is likely benign, but to be on the safe side, they want to follow it. The description doesn't sound too worrisome to me. I don't know what it is in your case, but maybe some residual old infection. Just do the follow up for your peace of mind. Good luck.
Thank you for explaining this in a way all of us can understand it. Next thank you for not rushing voice wise in explaining this. Very detailed also while explaining. Great job !! I really enjoyed listening to you. I actually have two thyroid nodules.
Ct chest scan show me 4point small nodule 2mm,3mm,4mm. and 5mmm.then go to see lung doctor..he look ctscan film and tell me .." unsuspicious cancer. " 6month ..ctchest scan again..
🙏This helped me understand what's going on in my body more then yu will ever know. Thank yu Here's my story. Oct 22 my primary Doctor wanted me to get a low dose CT scan #1 I'm a high risk cancer I had skin cancer several times. My grandfather passed away from Lung cancer. And Yes I smoke been over 30 yrs. YES IM STOPPING ✋ SO THEY FOUND A SMALL NODULE FROM THERE I WENT FOR A PET SCAN THE SCAN SHOWED THE SAME. I DONT KNOW HOW BIG? SO NOW MY DOCTOR WANTS ME TO SEE A pulmonary doctor. Who I never seen before. I was wondering why not a Oncologist ? But I think yu answered my Qwestions. Thank yu 🙏😇
i gave up cigarettes 10 months ago and my dr. wants me to do a low dose ct scan but i'm so afraid. i call it the beginning of the end. my parents died from a stroke and colon cancer but never had lung issues. still, i cannot get up the guts to go for a scan. Good luck on your quitting venture! patches worked for me this time.
Dear Dr. Agrawal, From your video I learnt the size and density of the nodules will dictate the follow up tests but it does not say anything about number of modules. What if someone has MANY small
If a patient has many lung nodules there is a variety of things it could be based on the distribution of the nodules and the history of the patient. I did a video about it: ruclips.net/video/TYiERbT9X_s/видео.html
I had 5 days of prednisone for condrocitis no cough never sick just chest pain in ribs from breast bone going around to back painful to touch so after 5 days I wasn't satisfied so I went got a x-ray they say I have a nodule gave me doxycycline for two weeks still no symptoms other than tenderness want me to comeback 2 weeks for another X-ray I have drank mineral oil in the past not sure if it matters I'm 42 have had two dvt and been in remission of a very rare disease since 2006 called multicentric castlemans disease treated with chop and rituxin I'm scared to death they said it was a nodule not a mass but after watching your video if seen in a xray must had been decent size
Thank you so much for this excellent presentation. Having had a 1.5-2 cm nodule discovered in my lung, I am hoping for a biopsy; it is too scary for me, a two-time (two stage III) cancer survivor, to do the "Wait and See" approach. I hipe doctors come to the same conclusion! Have dine PET, awaiting today's CT results. Biting nails meanwhile. Please no "wait and see!" As somebody who • has had the lung fungus, Aspergillus; • has had pneumonia (3-4 times) but • has had repeated. bronchitis; • was a heavy smoker • uses marijuana for.radiation-caused nausea and appetite loss I imagine that this daunting nodule could be any number of things non-life-threatening, i pray for speedy diagnosis! Your presentation is excellent and much appreciated. Greetings from the coastal forests of northern California!
To update: because of my family and personal cancer history, the biopsy was done, and YES, it was cancer. I am SO lucky that it was caught at Stage I. Surgery was done shortly afterward. It was very, very painful, due to collapsed lung that would not cooperate, and the two horrific chest tubes that I had to have inserted for 6 days. Surgeon did the routine taking of lymph nodes and determined, when they came up clean, that this is a "surgical cure," not necessitating chemo. For me it is scary to not have some "clean up chemo," but I am aware of chemo's ravages, also, so will take this present situation, and begin to live life VERY conscious of everything that I am doing and eating (and thinking! Our minds can be great sources of unhealthy stress!~). I want to live! Wishing all much good fortune. ~jmdm
Hi Doctor, that was a great and informative video for ordinary people like me. Thank you for taking the time to put up those pieces of information. God bless you, sir!
👍👍👍👍 I worked in forensic pathology department for many years and seen all kinds of diseases individuals would die of and never knew that had for many years... Lots of doctors never really take the time to talk to patients about they're health issues... Anyone can get Lung cancer, but most of individuals that get lung cancer are 🚬 radon gas, uranium miners and coal miners.... Its very rare that patient will find good doctor to explain everything to patient like this wonderful doctor.....
Hello Your video is good,please answer my question. 66 yrs old ,female. She had a cancer 0.4cm she received 5 treatments of radiation treatments. How can it be , she has a new cscan 3/112022 left lung 0.5 cm nodule. Is the cancer coming from somewhere else? Please answer the best way you can. Thanks Kerry Staffa
Thank U so much for the very interesting and easily understandable lecture. I'm still looking forward to your advanced lecture of lung nodules for the doctor :3
Thank you for the video. I had breast cancer 9 yrs ago. Radiation and chemo treatments. I also have RA. I'm taking Arava for my RA. Helps keep the flare ups minimal. I get a CT scan once year from my oncologists since my cancer. There are 2 very small (1 mil.) round nodules in my lungs. One has decrease in size. Doctor doesn't seem too concerned because they haven't increase in size. They said more than likely they're rheumatoid nodules.
I had a client that used to smoke. She had something done and she hurt all over she knew she had a blood clot. Then when she was ready to see visitors she died probably from cancer ♋️. Probably from smoking too much. I worry about my stepdad he is going to turn 88 in December
Great video! Back in 2020 I had a 15mm solid nodule. My pcp didn't seem too concerned. I didn't do any follow up. I went to my cardiologist and had a heart CT (and calcium channel score this year October 2022) I believe it's called. The radiologist noted a 5-6 mm solid nodule. So the nodule seemed to have gotten smaller. Do you think it was because of the covid I got in 2020? I have asthma and have been exposed to my parents second hand smoke as a child. My dad had non small cell cancer in his lungs he had been a heavy smoker. As a child I had gotten pneumonia and bronchitis numerous times and been hospitalized. Should I worry? My 31 yr old daughter also has a nodule as well. We live in Arizona, it's dusty and has poor air quality here in Phoenix.
Hi, nodules getting smaller is a good thing. Typically it means that it was some infection. No I don't think it was from COVID. COVID infection doesn't typically cause nodules. Yeah there's some fungal infections that are common in your area. Those can cause nodules.
we can't really talk about hardness, but did someone mention that it was calcified? If so, calcification is usually (not always) a sign of a benign nodule.
@Thoracic Radiology I don't recall anything said about that. But I have an order for a follow up CT scan so I will find out. Thank you so much for responding to my messages your so sweet! I appreciate it. God bless you! 🙏
I think you strike a nice balance between the usual extremes found on RUclips. Usually, most medical videos are either directed at a professional audience only and hard to understand for a layman or so simple in nature you might as well not watch them at all. 👍
I have gotten second hand smoke for years in my apartment .I had to report the smokers because I have asthma all they do is tell u about their cancer .watched my uncle die of cops
I had a very small nodule removed by cardiac surgeon and it was adeno carcinoma but no spread. Now I have after almost 3 years a 6 in left lung and granuloma so what are my odds
Excellent information. God be with you or good bye.contracted over time to goodbye from god be with ye. That I fondly wish as you have been so helpful to me. I now have hope.
I had a 6mm nodule in my lungs in July, so it was really small. I have an appointment for end of October to find out if the latest CT scan has shown any growth. I also have NHL.
i got a Dicom viewer and looking at my own CT scans and learning alot from following along with you! Thanks for making these videos and explaining well!
Hi sir I'm From India My Father got COVID-19 in Feb it Got Cured and He got Agin 15 days back While checking for infection in lungs doctor Identified one cavitary nodule 16mm size . I don't have Any idea To do any thing. Kindly,please help regards this Issue ( patient age 51 and he is smoked for long period. He is diabetic and BP patient)
Sir I had a small fibronodular lesion in subpleural aspect of right lower lobe back in 2011 CT scan report. Is there anything to worry now cause sometimes I feel shortness of breath. Also I am a patient suffering from cervical spondylitis. Sir please reply🙏🙏🙏
i have nodules i am on year 3 at stable so my dr said now i dont need a recheck for 2 years it was every year till this point i was glad to hear that i had histoplasmosis years ago they think i got it from one of my ancestors having tuberculosis a long time ago
Thank you for the information that i can understand. We have just received an invertation for a new population screening here in Holland for lung cancer . I have just seen youre other video about ct scan also. Through your clear info, I have deceided that i will do this scan. For myself ( i m a sadly enough a smoker for years ) and for the screening witch maybe can help other people in the future. (Sorry for my maybe bad, english writing 😊)
Thanks for the video! What does it mean if doctor sees a lung nodule on the CT, but it’s not visible on the lung window and should be controlled? In what reason it couldn’t be visible?
I suppose your lung nodule was too small like mine measured 0.3 cm, then it would not show up on a chest X-Ray. It would only be visible on a CT scan. This is probably why your wasn’t visible.
What if someone had a 6 mm nodule in October and two months later it grew to 8 mm and then now two months after that it gets to 10 mm and the patient is having breathing problems and severe back pain where the tumor is? Found incidentally. Low wbc, and the lowest co q 10 a dr has ever seen? They were in an accident and had a collapsed lung and Nodule was found by accident but it keeps growing rapidly. Would that be of concern?
First of all, thanks 🙏🏼 so much Dr. Rishi for such a detailed yet simple explanation on this topic. I particularly liked your expose’ about the Fleischner guidelines. My wife was recently diagnosed with multiple lung nodules so this was very helpful to understand the context and what to expect next and what questions to ask. Please keep up the good work and continue educating us.
I’m 23 and had a chest CT done due to one of my ribs being alittle mishapen, turns out my ribs are fine and just how their shaped however, they discovered a 2mm nodule in my mid right lung . “Most likely benign.” I also have a TR4 thyroid nodule. Are these 2 related and should I be worried? Also recently recovered from the Flu and RSV and I was coughing like I’ve never coughed before!! I thought I broke a rib!! Nodule was found about 2 months after recovering from flu/RSV.
My first "incidental" nodule was found at 35. 6 months later, I had 5 more. I haven't even back yet. My doctor tells me they're in a part of my lung that isn't indicative of cancer. Very often. He can tell that to my father and sister, dead at 46 and 40 due to lung cancer. The absolute audacity. I'm just going to go gracefully.
I had a couple nodules, later I have 8 in total now. One is 9mm but had pet scan everything came back normal. No focal uptake just some physological uptake in spine but nothing worrisome.
@@crystylev4571 I have 1 in my lower left lung margin, said probably from an healed pneumonia- also have several renal and thyroid ones, neither my urologist or otolaryntologist are losing sleep, so I guess I'll just peacefully sleep too. Maybe parts of growing older and 🧓 older- hard to find replacement parts so I haven't had any removed.
CT scan in Jan. 2020 reviled 1.4cm nodule in my right middle lobe. Had 2nd CT scan a month later while there to get a biopsy, CT scan showed nodule measured 1.1cm, then I was told that there was no way to biopsy it because the doctor could not get the needle between my breast implant and my rib. According to the onocologist that they sent me to, the PET scan results were not cancerous, but the onocologist did not care and was not sure what the nodule is, I was simply told "great news you don't need me". He said to get another scan in a year, or if I was worried about it, six months. Eight months later, saw a AGACNP at a pulmonologist in Las Cruces who ordered a CT scan, the nodule in my right lung still measured 1.1 cm. The pulmonologist did not believe it was cancerous, did not know what it is, but did no other tests, and sent me on my way, offering no explanation as to what this nodule might be. My right side back hurts very badly all the time, about where this nodule is. I have had nine different primary care physicians in Arizona and New Mexico in the last three years now, telling each of them that I feel like I might be dying, and it hurts when I breathe. It's criminal what they've put me through here, I need help but there's nobody to go to.
sometimes we can't say for sure what a nodule is, and the best we can hope for is to do a follow up to make sure it doesn't grow. glad yours has been stable or even smaller.
Hi,I accidentally found a solitary nodule in my chest x-ray,and i was reffered for a pulmonologist and then i did a CE-CT scan and,the impression was a benign calcific nodule in my left lower lobe,will it be serious for going abroad sir?
Dr. Agrawai, I would like to thank you for taking the time to provide this information for patients. I am newly diagnosed and have been very concerned. Your presentation was very educational and better helped me to understand what my pulmonary and cardiologist attempted to explain to me. God bless you for your medical ministry and being willing to help .
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I had it. I never felt so sick in my life. Basically it was the beginning of Cancer but they didn't use the word cancer. I took immediate steps to change everything. I changed all my products to natural one's after learning what is in our daily use products.
I also began a strict cancer fighting diet. Along with prayer to battle. In 6 months Jesus healed me and the nodule disappeared completely and I no longer felt sick. ( I would treat it like it's cancer right off even if your not sure.)
You can do this on your own by stopping all forms of sugar and following a cancer diet and reducing any stress in your life. I am not a Dr. and have no medical history but from my experience the quicker you act the better. Besides doing these things can only benefit you anyway not harm you.
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@@giesalatar2670 hello, I'm sorry to hear that. Will gladly share any info that might be a help to you.
Very detailed explanation ty doc good speaking clear precise ty so much
God bless you
Great video. So informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you, your voice is pleasant and calming, your information was general and very helpful.
Thank you so much doctor ur the best who explained that way I have diagnosed
thank you Doctor, this could be a great help to us.. God bless you
You are very welcome
This was super helpful and easy to understand. Thank you for provoding this!!
Dr thanks for clearity on nodules .
Excellent video, thank you.
Thank you. This was very helpful
Methotrexate caused a huge cluster of swollen nodules all clustered together behind lungs. Had surgery to remove some of it.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE THEM IN ALL. LOBES OF LUNGS 🫁.. do I need surgery to get them out so they don’t block my airway🥶. Did they did another CAT scan the next day with the die stuff in it? ,, Which now I found out they use radiation on me.🥶
@@godschild3640 More than likely they will have to check if cancerous by doing a biopsy wich requires surgery. After they remove nodes you will breath better. Not better than before using methotrexate. Then you will have a lung disease on top of rheumatory .
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You eased my mind thank you
one lung nodule is typical perifissurale and another is Atypical perifissurale both 4mm. What does atypical mean? Is it concerning?
I'm 71. I've been plagued with bilateral (NOT at the same time) Spontaneos Pneumothrox events since aged 17. By the age of 22, I'd had three surgeries (1 abraision left, pluerectomy x L & R and for years after, multiple events (20+) for which I refused chest tubes. Ignore spelling and improper terminology, please. Can you do a video on BLEBS. My last events were the evening of my Covid vac (but unrelated) and while visiting my sister's deathbed, one year later.
I was diagnosed with 2 nodules one on each lung. I am a smoker but I’m not sure if it’s cancer. They said that he has to watch them first.
Thank you for the detailed explanation in this video. However, you did not address calcified and non calcified pulmonary nodules.
I would like to learn about a solitary 35 mm non calcified nodule in the lower right lung and 30 mm calcified solitary nodule in the upper left lung. I have RA and a history of pneumonia, plus allergies.
Great video doctor, I have a nodule and it hasn’t changed with repeat ct, it’s ground glass apparently, what does that mean?
We do follow up CT scans for ground glass nodules bc there's a chance they could be very slow growing tumors. What was the recommendation for your scan?
@@ThoracicRadiology I’ve had 2 cats waiting on the next, is it a high chance it’s cancer? I’m scared.
Depends on a lot of factors. Cancers that are ground glass tend to grow very very slowly though, so don't be scared. I would talk to your doctor about it and follow the recommendations in the radiology report.
@@ThoracicRadiology thank you so much 😊
No tb no pneumonia but my lungs x ray have scar what can i do remove lungs spot
I have carcinoids in both my lungs ! The one in my left lung is about the size of a loonie, and all the rest are the size of little peas. I have had them for over 30 years! I had the first one taken out in 1983 it was the size of a dime! Then five years later they found all the rest! I now have asthma and COPD! 😢
sorry to hear that. people with multiple carcinoid tumors and symptoms of asthma may have something called DIPNECH. It is an acronym. Check it out.
Believe I will wait for the Reader's Digest version of this video.
i had lung surery one and a half years ago for a 1.5 to 2 nodual i am still in pain my question was the surgery nessesary i live in naples fl high dollar docs but iam in pain a year ad a half after surgery at NCH Dr Perscotto iam sure he did his best i still work at wynns market in the kitche go me idont know had a blood test today and i have a cat scan on the 31 thank you for the info oh it was a segment what ever
I had surgery for nodule melanoma, deep and wide incision, they did a pet scan and found 2 nodules in the lung, follow up cat at 3 months, the 2 have grown, did a lung biopsy and said it was fungal, at 9 months found several new nodules….pulmonary rehab said anti-fungal medicine, I saw my primary doctor today and she told me don’t take anti fungal, it would make me very sick, she recommended Mayo Clinic if my insurance will take it, or if not make an appointment with a certain doctor….being 74 years old I am worried, why are they growing and getting several more nodules appearing ?
Is it possible that you're being exposed to mold ? In house or place you go to often 🤔
Thank you, doctor. I was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2021. It's been 2 years, no evidence of cancer. Yes, I still have followed up every 3 months. By watching this video, it gave me validation that my diagnosis, treatment progress, and follow up are the same. It's just like second opinion. Great info and comfirmation.
glad it was helpful and good luck to you.
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Good morning doc ,,my husband ddiagnos had a round phuemonia versus polmonary mass,, Wala nmn cyang dinaramndam kahit Isa sa mga sintomas, Ng lung cancer,, ano ba dapat Namin Gawin ?? Kailangan pabang CT scan?? Kahit Wala siyAng sintomas?? Thank you doc
Thank you for your excellent bedside manner. I can now relax a little knowing that ALL nodules are not cancer. It's enough to know there are other reasons for nodules other than a death sentence. Again, thank you.
Same here 😢
This was super helpful, it eased my intense fear. I am following up with a pulmonologist.
Me too
I just fought out last night smh
Thank you for your soothing and calm explanation of lung nodules. I was just diagnosed incidentally from a heart CT with a less than 5 mm nodule and have convinced myself I have lung cancer. Your presentation is the best I have seen, and has calmed me down until I can discuss with my own doctor. Thank you so much!
Same here
I was so much worried 😢I found out that I have it but u calm my anxiety 😢
@@lubna62I will keep you in my prayers.
Same. They found 3 from a Cardiac CT the biggest being 4mm. I am an ex smoker so I am stressed. They want a follow up at the one year mark which will be this next January. I hate waiting but I keep telling myself if they were truly worried they would have scheduled it sooner. I just don't think I can handle anymore bad news. The heart condition was hard enough to accept.💔
You are not alone, I too feel the same way. I had to beg the Dept of Veterans Affairs for a CT scan after just not feeling right. Almsot a year ago, sudden onset tiredness, loss of breath etc. Finally they listened to my fears and gave me a CT scan (had to wait 3 months) and results are back. 11 nodules that they measured 3 mm to 6mm. Numerous that was really small and didnt record. Then theres this mass in my medastinum. I dont know anything else other than they just referred me to pulnmonology. Hoping for the best but its scary. Makes me mad they just have been telling me its anxiety getting me all worked up.
Diagnosed years ago, now 72 and no changes. Clear lungs always !
Happy to hear that. Congratulations & Good vibes for continued happy news. :)
How many years ago were the nodules first discovered, and how often have you checked them (and total) since?
Ive had a lobectomy last month but not herd anything from the hospital same with colonoscopy results i had two days before my op. Were you tested every year or so and how long did your results take to come through xxxxx
I was diagnosed with several hard nodules in 1981. The doctor said it was from air pollution and to not worry about them. I was 39 then. I’m going to turn 71 soon, and never gave them another thought until your video. I’ve had no problems, even though I smoked heavily until I was 45, then quitting “cold turkey” by the grace of God. I hope I can assume the doctor was right, as I’ve had scans, X-rays and an MRI for other things, and nothing was mentioned.
oh im glad you shared this, i too diagnosed the same woth your sickness, I pray to survive this. thank you
Enjoy bro , do carpentry don't worry
How do one know they have nodules
@@geraldinemcwilliams5137. For years I have had a persistent cough. My doctor couldn’t explain it so she ordered a CT chest scan, which showed I have 2 lung nodules (3mm & 9mm) and bibasilar acteletasis (collapsed lower lungs). When I was 21, I spray painted military vehicles with paint that contained hexavalent chromium. I did not use a respirator or any other type of protection. I had to blow and wash the aerosolized paint out of my nose every night because I unavoidably inhaled it while painting. I’m now 63 and I go back for a follow up CT in Nov. 2023 to see if the nodules have grown. I hope you’re well.
@@geraldinemcwilliams5137chest xray
THANK YOU , YOU MAKE IT SO EXPLICIT AND IT TAKES THE CONFUSIONS AWAY. THE EXPLANATION WAS EXCELLENT.
Clear, concise, and so well presented. Thank you.
5:55 I really appreciate the analogies for the sizes of nodules! quarter, penny, chocolate chip, lentil and mustard seed. Amazing, and the visual is brilliant. Thanks.
Sizes of nodules
Thank you for the concise understandable video on lung nodules. I've looked all over the internet this video explained things perfectly
Best piece of patient-oriented explanation of lung nodules. Needed this to understand my CT results better and be at peace with the "no actionable pulmonary nodules'" commentary. Thanks a ton for helping those who are worried or need guidance. If you are reading this, do you agree with my interpretation of "no actionable pulmonary nodules = no follow up necessary"? since they found a few in each lung, I am assuming those were small (size was not mentioned).
Yes I agree with that interpretation that you stated. With the technology we have now, we have the ability to see really tiny nodules but vast majority are benign. Glad this was helpful.
@@ThoracicRadiology Thanks for getting back. I do live in Chicago (CT scan was downtown at NWestern) and your geo-specific note on the common fungus was very helpful.
Fun note, I have a friend from grad school at Michigan: you have almost the same name. He is Rishi Agarwal vs Agrawal... 🙂
It is a super remarkable explanation for patients to understand how to read CT scan for cancer nodules. Appreciated!
I really can’t thank you enough for explaining this to me. I went to the er today for a couple issues and a found a nodule. The doctor explained but to the point where I felt like I had cancer. I literally felt impending doom leaving the ER but I am happy that I found this video to clear things up! I get a follow up soon and feel a bit better to where I can sleep tonight❤
glad it was helpful for you. best of luck!
Hey Doc , so I went in to the ER for a couple of issues and during a CT Scan a nodule was noted. I’ve known about this nodule for 13 yrs. It’s like 1mm in size . Never had issues, run miles , lift weight no problems . ever. My primary Dr. is a-where of it. I’m worried cause the ER doctor told me to follow up with lung 🫁 doctor .
I had nodules low risk, had CT scans every six months, then yearly. At the last scan they could no longer see them.
Thank you .... I was just diagnosed with a 1.3 CM nodule. They did a puncture but either they didn't missed or it is just healthy lung tissue. I am going for a PET scan today and then a Bronchoscopy later to biopsy the nodule. Thank you for alleviating some of my fears.
Good luck to you. Love your handle btw👏😂
Would have been perfect for a Proctologist- but it's cute!
What is the result
Did X-ray pick it up ?
@@crystalslade8056 x ray can just pick up fracture it's useless
Great for NPs too. It's nice to know what patients are listening to and learning about with their health for sites like RUclips. It helps the clinician better understand the pat from their understanding and perspective and it promotes a better discussion. Thank you.
thank you!
I gave him a thumbs down because of the talk to your doctor / NP nonsense
You are a kind man to take your time to do such a excellent explanation of lung nodules.
And even more than generous to answer some pressing questions.
Thank you for being so generous with your knowledge. Cancer, of course is terrifying, and you were able to reassure many today.
Thank you! Good luck to you. 🤞🙏
Yes, I have been just diagnosed with this too, but they don’t tell you how much you have to find out on your own. And some doctors don’t believe in RUclips.
Thank you for this video. I had a f/u CT scan a few days ago and I’m freaking out a bit. I had discovered 2 small 3mm and 4mm subpleural (???) nodules back in 2020 that haven’t changed; but they discovered two new nodules…one is a vague interval (???) groundglass nodule measuring 6mm and a interval new reticulonodular markings with contrast opacity measuring 7mm in size. I just have no idea what this means and it’s not noted if it’s solid or not? Please advise. They recommended a 3-6 month ct for new follow up, but I’m very worried and can’t function. Thank you for your time.
Subpleural nodules are very common. That just means that the nodule is at the edge of the lung. These are likely benign especially since they are stable from 2020. The ground glass nodule and reticulonodular stuff is likely benign, but to be on the safe side, they want to follow it. The description doesn't sound too worrisome to me. I don't know what it is in your case, but maybe some residual old infection. Just do the follow up for your peace of mind. Good luck.
They found a spot in my clients lungs. They never told her. May she rest in peace ✌️
Cancer runs in both sides of my family and diabetes I don’t have it tho.
My doctor gave me a cat scan it was clear
No one in my family had lung cancer before I’ll probably be the first one I get anxiety makes me smoke more
Thank you for your video. It was very informative.
Thank you for explaining this in a way all of us can understand it. Next thank you for not rushing voice wise in explaining this. Very detailed also while explaining. Great job !! I really enjoyed listening to you. I actually have two thyroid nodules.
could mean a lot of things, but I can't say for sure. better to ask your doc.
Ct chest scan show me 4point small nodule 2mm,3mm,4mm. and 5mmm.then go to see lung doctor..he look ctscan film and tell me .." unsuspicious cancer. " 6month ..ctchest scan again..
Excellent talk thank you all of your series are well done
🙏This helped me understand what's going on in my body more then yu will ever know. Thank yu
Here's my story. Oct 22 my primary Doctor wanted me to get a low dose CT scan #1 I'm a high risk cancer I had skin cancer several times. My grandfather passed away from Lung cancer. And Yes I smoke been over 30 yrs. YES IM STOPPING ✋
SO THEY FOUND A SMALL NODULE FROM THERE I WENT FOR A PET SCAN THE SCAN SHOWED THE SAME. I DONT KNOW HOW BIG? SO NOW MY DOCTOR WANTS ME TO SEE A pulmonary doctor. Who I never seen before. I was wondering why not a Oncologist ? But I think yu answered my Qwestions. Thank yu 🙏😇
i gave up cigarettes 10 months ago and my dr. wants me to do a low dose ct scan but i'm so afraid. i call it the beginning of the end. my parents died from a stroke and colon cancer but never had lung issues. still, i cannot get up the guts to go for a scan. Good luck on your quitting venture! patches worked for me this time.
Thank you so much Dr. for this detailed explanation it’s good to know about these nodules
Dear Dr. Agrawal, From your video I learnt the size and density of the nodules will dictate the follow up tests but it does not say anything about number of modules. What if someone has MANY small
If a patient has many lung nodules there is a variety of things it could be based on the distribution of the nodules and the history of the patient. I did a video about it: ruclips.net/video/TYiERbT9X_s/видео.html
I had 5 days of prednisone for condrocitis no cough never sick just chest pain in ribs from breast bone going around to back painful to touch so after 5 days I wasn't satisfied so I went got a x-ray they say I have a nodule gave me doxycycline for two weeks still no symptoms other than tenderness want me to comeback 2 weeks for another X-ray I have drank mineral oil in the past not sure if it matters I'm 42 have had two dvt and been in remission of a very rare disease since 2006 called multicentric castlemans disease treated with chop and rituxin I'm scared to death they said it was a nodule not a mass but after watching your video if seen in a xray must had been decent size
Thank you so much for this excellent presentation. Having had a 1.5-2 cm nodule discovered in my lung, I am hoping for a biopsy; it is too scary for me, a two-time (two stage III) cancer survivor, to do the "Wait and See" approach. I hipe doctors come to the same conclusion! Have dine PET, awaiting today's CT results. Biting nails meanwhile. Please no "wait and see!"
As somebody who
• has had the lung fungus, Aspergillus;
• has had pneumonia (3-4 times) but
• has had repeated. bronchitis;
• was a heavy smoker
• uses marijuana for.radiation-caused nausea and appetite loss
I imagine that this daunting nodule could be any number of things non-life-threatening, i pray for speedy diagnosis!
Your presentation is excellent and much appreciated. Greetings from the coastal forests of northern California!
Yeah I can imagine that the "wait and see" approach is difficult for patients but sometimes that is the best approach we can offer. Good luck to you.
You must be so scared....I wish you well! I just found out I have 3 nodules and am researching myself into deep fear!
To update: because of my family and personal cancer history, the biopsy was done, and YES, it was cancer. I am SO lucky that it was caught at Stage I. Surgery was done shortly afterward. It was very, very painful, due to collapsed lung that would not cooperate, and the two horrific chest tubes that I had to have inserted for 6 days. Surgeon did the routine taking of lymph nodes and determined, when they came up clean, that this is a "surgical cure," not necessitating chemo. For me it is scary to not have some "clean up chemo," but I am aware of chemo's ravages, also, so will take this present situation, and begin to live life VERY conscious of everything that I am doing and eating (and thinking! Our minds can be great sources of unhealthy stress!~). I want to live! Wishing all much good fortune. ~jmdm
@@ThoracicRadiology thank you; wrote an update below.
@@misskitty6586 Hope that you are on your way to robust health. I wrote an update on my experience below. Wishing you the best fortune. ~ jmdm
Hi Doctor, that was a great and informative video for ordinary people like me. Thank you for taking the time to put up those pieces of information. God bless you, sir!
👍👍👍👍 I worked in forensic pathology department for many years and seen all kinds of diseases individuals would die of and never knew that had for many years... Lots of doctors never really take the time to talk to patients about they're health issues... Anyone can get Lung cancer, but most of individuals that get lung cancer are 🚬 radon gas, uranium miners and coal miners.... Its very rare that patient will find good doctor to explain everything to patient like this wonderful doctor.....
thank you!
Hello Your video is good,please answer my question. 66 yrs old ,female. She had a cancer 0.4cm she received 5 treatments of radiation treatments. How can it be , she has a new cscan 3/112022 left lung 0.5 cm nodule. Is the cancer coming from somewhere else? Please answer the best way you can.
Thanks Kerry Staffa
Very informative video, thank you!
Thank U so much for the very interesting and easily understandable lecture. I'm still looking forward to your advanced lecture of lung nodules for the doctor :3
Thank you for the video. I had breast cancer 9 yrs ago. Radiation and chemo treatments. I also have RA. I'm taking Arava for my RA. Helps keep the flare ups minimal. I get a CT scan once year from my oncologists since my cancer. There are 2 very small (1 mil.) round nodules in my lungs. One has decrease in size. Doctor doesn't seem too concerned because they haven't increase in size. They said more than likely they're rheumatoid nodules.
My boyfriend has that arthritis
Our doctor 👩⚕️ is stupid
I had a client that used to smoke. She had something done and she hurt all over she knew she had a blood clot. Then when she was ready to see visitors she died probably from cancer ♋️. Probably from smoking too much. I worry about my stepdad he is going to turn 88 in December
Great video! Back in 2020 I had a 15mm solid nodule. My pcp didn't seem too concerned. I didn't do any follow up. I went to my cardiologist and had a heart CT (and calcium channel score this year October 2022) I believe it's called. The radiologist noted a 5-6 mm solid nodule. So the nodule seemed to have gotten smaller. Do you think it was because of the covid I got in 2020? I have asthma and have been exposed to my parents second hand smoke as a child. My dad had non small cell cancer in his lungs he had been a heavy smoker. As a child I had gotten pneumonia and bronchitis numerous times and been hospitalized. Should I worry? My 31 yr old daughter also has a nodule as well. We live in Arizona, it's dusty and has poor air quality here in Phoenix.
Hi, nodules getting smaller is a good thing. Typically it means that it was some infection. No I don't think it was from COVID. COVID infection doesn't typically cause nodules. Yeah there's some fungal infections that are common in your area. Those can cause nodules.
@Thoracic Radiology I wonder if it was from previous Valley Fever? Is a "hard" nodule anything to worry about?
@@ThoracicRadiology (ll)
we can't really talk about hardness, but did someone mention that it was calcified? If so, calcification is usually (not always) a sign of a benign nodule.
@Thoracic Radiology I don't recall anything said about that. But I have an order for a follow up CT scan so I will find out. Thank you so much for responding to my messages your so sweet!
I appreciate it. God bless you! 🙏
Ty... learned so much...more than what Oncologist told my Brother.
I think you strike a nice balance between the usual extremes found on RUclips. Usually, most medical videos are either directed at a professional audience only and hard to understand for a layman or so simple in nature you might as well not watch them at all. 👍
Great information to have. Thank you very much For taking the time to do this!
I have gotten second hand smoke for years in my apartment .I had to report the smokers because I have asthma all they do is tell u about their cancer .watched my uncle die of cops
Thanks for the presentation!
I have another CT coming up and now have better questions to ask of my Doc.
I had a very small nodule removed by cardiac surgeon and it was adeno carcinoma but no spread. Now I have after almost 3 years a 6 in left lung and granuloma so what are my odds
Dr please what about perifissural solid speculated nodule in a known case with pancreatic cancer
Is it suspected as being mets ?
Please tell me about nodules found on the lung and on the bones (upper body). Thanks
Thank you so much. This was great information , explained very painlessly .. Thank you for all you do
Excellent information. God be with you or good bye.contracted over time to goodbye from god be with ye. That I fondly wish as you have been so helpful to me. I now have hope.
I had a 6mm nodule in my lungs in July, so it was really small. I have an appointment for end of October to find out if the latest CT scan has shown any growth. I also have NHL.
i got a Dicom viewer and looking at my own CT scans and learning alot from following along with you! Thanks for making these videos and explaining well!
So politely and layman explanation.
So pleased to learn from your voice.
Thank You so much for clearing my doubts 🙏
Love from Bharat ❤️
My last ct to evaluate my chronic asthma showed heart failure and a triangularity shaped something in rul. Glad I got it done
Thankyou. Very good explanation.
Thank you so much. I have osteoarthritis, and have small nodules on my finger joints. I now understand more from your video. Thank you!
Hi sir I'm From India My Father got COVID-19 in Feb it Got Cured and He got Agin 15 days back While checking for infection in lungs doctor Identified one cavitary nodule 16mm size . I don't have Any idea To do any thing. Kindly,please help regards this Issue ( patient age 51 and he is smoked for long period. He is diabetic and BP patient)
But he has no Symptoms like cough and breathing issues
any update ?
OUTSTANDING explanation! Very helpful to me. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for your video, very informative and your calm voice is so pleasant to listen. God bless you ❤
How to cure naturally for this kind of problem
This is perfection, personified! Thank you for your efforts and assistance to the throngs of people who need this explanation. Bless you always!
Sir I had a small fibronodular lesion in subpleural aspect of right lower lobe back in 2011 CT scan report. Is there anything to worry now cause sometimes I feel shortness of breath. Also I am a patient suffering from cervical spondylitis. Sir please reply🙏🙏🙏
Hi, I can't say for sure just based on this description. It is best to ask your doc since they know more about your full history.
Sir first of all can I go for CT scan or biopsy
I appreciate the educational piece on this. Have you ever seen the nodules disappear on their own?
Yes, it is common for some nodules to disappear
I have facing the same from last 7 years but there nothing serious in my body but chest x-ray always showed lymph nodes in bilateral hilar
i have nodules i am on year 3 at stable so my dr said now i dont need a recheck for 2 years it was every year till this point i was glad to hear that i had histoplasmosis years ago they think i got it from one of my ancestors having tuberculosis a long time ago
Thank you for the information that i can understand. We have just received an invertation for a new population screening here in Holland for lung cancer . I have just seen youre other video about ct scan also. Through your clear info, I have deceided that i will do this scan. For myself ( i m a sadly enough a smoker for years ) and for the screening witch maybe can help other people in the future. (Sorry for my maybe bad, english writing 😊)
Thank you for your comment. Good luck! ✌️🙏
Thank you so mh for explaining This
Helps me to understand why the follow up on a model my Doctor tells me I have
Thank you so much for your explanation for those of us who have been diagnosed
Thanks for the video! What does it mean if doctor sees a lung nodule on the CT, but it’s not visible on the lung window and should be controlled? In what reason it couldn’t be visible?
I suppose your lung nodule was too small like mine measured 0.3 cm, then it would not show up on a chest X-Ray. It would only be visible on a CT scan. This is probably why your wasn’t visible.
Thank you for your knowledge on this subject
Thank you so much! I wish I had you as my Doctor. My favorite doctor passed away, and I miss him.
I have a 3 mm nodule on left lower lobe but lymph nodes enlarged, I'm so scared.
Thank you for the information very interesting Doctor 🙏
What if someone had a 6 mm nodule in October and two months later it grew to 8 mm and then now two months after that it gets to 10 mm and the patient is having breathing problems and severe back pain where the tumor is? Found incidentally. Low wbc, and the lowest co q 10 a dr has ever seen? They were in an accident and had a collapsed lung and Nodule was found by accident but it keeps growing rapidly. Would that be of concern?
a growing nodule is concerning, yes. I would have it checked out further by a thoracic surgeon or pulmonologist.
Thanks for the video
Thank you so much for posting this excellent explanation.
THANKS for sharing. And explaining step by step
Hi my CT lung shows tiny nodular opacity noted in lateral lower lobe of lungs Wat does it means
Thanks a bunch for all of this information. Such a great, calming video.
First of all, thanks 🙏🏼 so much Dr. Rishi for such a detailed yet simple explanation on this topic. I particularly liked your expose’ about the Fleischner guidelines. My wife was recently diagnosed with multiple lung nodules so this was very helpful to understand the context and what to expect next and what questions to ask. Please keep up the good work and continue educating us.
my pleasure good luck to you and your wife.
I’m 23 and had a chest CT done due to one of my ribs being alittle mishapen, turns out my ribs are fine and just how their shaped however, they discovered a 2mm nodule in my mid right lung . “Most likely benign.” I also have a TR4 thyroid nodule. Are these 2 related and should I be worried? Also recently recovered from the Flu and RSV and I was coughing like I’ve never coughed before!! I thought I broke a rib!! Nodule was found about 2 months after recovering from flu/RSV.
prob not related. 2 mm nodules are very very common.
My first "incidental" nodule was found at 35. 6 months later, I had 5 more.
I haven't even back yet. My doctor tells me they're in a part of my lung that isn't indicative of cancer. Very often.
He can tell that to my father and sister, dead at 46 and 40 due to lung cancer. The absolute audacity. I'm just going to go gracefully.
I had a couple nodules, later I have 8 in total now. One is 9mm but had pet scan everything came back normal. No focal uptake just some physological uptake in spine but nothing worrisome.
Find another doctor - NOW! Good luck and God bless.
KLM
@@crystylev4571 I have 1 in my lower left lung margin, said probably from an healed pneumonia- also have several renal and thyroid ones, neither my urologist or otolaryntologist are losing sleep, so I guess I'll just peacefully sleep too. Maybe parts of growing older and 🧓 older- hard to find replacement parts so I haven't had any removed.
I'm 25 got 3 lung nodules on my left lower lung I got 1 11mm and I got twins 8mm.
How are you doing? I hope okay
I have a 10mm one on left lung.
update ?
CT scan in Jan. 2020 reviled 1.4cm nodule in my right middle lobe. Had 2nd CT scan a month later while there to get a biopsy, CT scan showed nodule measured 1.1cm, then I was told that there was no way to biopsy it because the doctor could not get the needle between my breast implant and my rib. According to the onocologist that they sent me to, the PET scan results were not cancerous, but the onocologist did not care and was not sure what the nodule is, I was simply told "great news you don't need me". He said to get another scan in a year, or if I was worried about it, six months. Eight months later, saw a AGACNP at a pulmonologist in Las Cruces who ordered a CT scan, the nodule in my right lung still measured 1.1 cm. The pulmonologist did not believe it was cancerous, did not know what it is, but did no other tests, and sent me on my way, offering no explanation as to what this nodule might be. My right side back hurts very badly all the time, about where this nodule is. I have had nine different primary care physicians in Arizona and New Mexico in the last three years now, telling each of them that I feel like I might be dying, and it hurts when I breathe. It's criminal what they've put me through here, I need help but there's nobody to go to.
sometimes we can't say for sure what a nodule is, and the best we can hope for is to do a follow up to make sure it doesn't grow. glad yours has been stable or even smaller.
Dr can you please do a video on pet scans. I’m worried about all that radiation causing more problems later on. I’m very concerned please help
Check out this video I did on radiation. ruclips.net/video/jVN-8vKTXrI/видео.html
Hi,I accidentally found a solitary nodule in my chest x-ray,and i was reffered for a pulmonologist and then i did a CE-CT scan and,the impression was a benign calcific nodule in my left lower lobe,will it be serious for going abroad sir?
benign calcific nodules are usually from an old infection. It should not be a problem.