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What could the speckled cloudy areas on each side of my skull X-ray be?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have attached an AP view of X-ray of my skull. On each side of my skull from the rear canals down are speckled cloudy areas. Do you know what can cause this?

Answered by Dr. Chitrangada Jitendra

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chitrangada Jitendra is a Radiologist specializing in Radiodiagnostic techniques. She can do X-ray imaging interpretation and ultrasound diagnostics. She can do a CT (Computed Tomography) scan analysis, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) evaluation, and interventional radiology procedures. She can also do mammography screening and breast imaging. She performs Fluoroscopy-guided interventions and imaging for trauma and emergency care.

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Hello,

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I have seen your report (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

The speckled cloudy areas on each side are your mastoid air cells that are filled with air and hence give such an appearance which is normal.

However, I observe haziness involving your frontal sinuses and subtle involvement of sphenoid sinuses also which can cause a headache and cold on and off.

Other features appear within normal limits.

This professional advice provided by me stands subject to the actual examination of the report and image and is based entirely on inputs provided to me. It should be correlated with clinical findings.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At December 12, 2017
Reviewed At May 30, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chitrangada Jitendra is a Radiologist specializing in Radiodiagnostic techniques. She can do X-ray imaging interpretation and ultrasound diagnostics. She can do a CT (Computed Tomography) scan analysis, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) evaluation, and interventional radiology procedures. She can also do mammography screening and breast imaging. She performs Fluoroscopy-guided interventions and imaging for trauma and emergency care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chitrangada Jitendra is a Radiologist specializing in Radiodiagnostic techniques. She can do X-ray imaging interpretation and ultrasound diagnostics. She can do a CT (Computed Tomography) scan analysis, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) evaluation, and interventional radiology procedures. She can also do mammography screening and breast imaging. She performs Fluoroscopy-guided interventions and imaging for trauma and emergency care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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