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Lung Calcification

Lung calcification is a common asymptomatic finding that is usually diagnosed on a routine chest x-ray or autopsy. These calcifications are caused by two mechanisms, they are, the dystrophic and the metastatic form. The calcified granulomas in the lungs often occur due to infections, such as tuberculosis (TB), histoplasmosis, or aspergillosis.

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What does my CT scan reports of lung nodule indicate?

Query: Hi doctor, For lung nodules, in the last three years, I had three scans with different radiologists. I would like to get it checked by one radiologist for any actual growth or changes that would indicate cancer. Does the lung nodule getting bigger? Due to my low platelet count, a lung biopsy is more...  Read Full »


Dr. Vivek Chail

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Generally, lung nodule (small tissue like growth) is suspected to be a cancer if it doubles in size between 1 and 18 months. As per CT scan done before four years, it measures approximately 2.0 x 1.5 cm (anteroposterior x transverse) with a calcification in it. ...  Read Full »

What is the treatment for lung calcification?

Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with pulmonary nodule calcifications in my upper lung early this year. They were not present in the same report investigations performed last year. I want to get these removed through surgery, since they keep posing problems while applying visa and abroad work permit. Can ...  Read Full »


Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you said, you have pulmonary nodule with calcifications in the upper lung, it suggests old infection of the lung andcalcification denotes it as a benign lesion. Any healing in our body has a tendency of getting calcified over the period of time. But, that does not mea...  Read Full »

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