If it was and there's no change in size, shape or appearance, chances are high it's noncancerous. Periodic imaging tests such as CT or other scans may be all that's needed to monitor for any changes.
If there's no change after two years, follow-up is usually stopped. Further testing may be recommended if the nodule is new or has changed in size, shape or appearance. Tests may include the following:. A nodule that grows over time is more likely to be malignant, though some benign nodules can grow. Smaller nodules are more likely to be benign than larger nodules.
Shape and location are also important. The more irregularly shaped the nodule is, the more likely it is to be cancer, and the same is true of nodules located in the upper portion of the lung. The following factors can influence the likelihood that a solo spot on a lung X-ray indicates cancer:. You may be understandably concerned, and having your spot evaluated will give you the information you need. Bowen is an experienced pulmonologist known for his compassionate care, reassuring bedside manner, and for the wide range of diagnostic testing options available in-office.
Once a diagnosis is made, Dr. The advice regarding being with positive people at this time is one i will pursue and makes total sense. Thank you for your post and thank you for being so kind - that in its very self is comforting! I was told on the appointments line Thursday evening that i may hear something tomorrow - this Friday - about seeing the consultant - ive been going to check to see if a letter has arrived and keep eyeing up the answer machine lol.
So glad your kids are keeping you positive, although i'm sure you have youre moments too. Please post something to say how youre getting on. Its amazing how this forum can help make you feel less lonely - there are some lovely people in this world still and its up-lifting to experience genuine care and concern from strangers who have no agenda, only kind concern. But the no knowing is what does you in Nothing the doctors can tell you will be as bad as you imagined it to be.
I wish I could make things easier for you both There are a lot of people here who will help you.. Thank you Caz Hi, my doctor sent me to the hospital when he thought it was a clot in my lungs, they did an X-ray and it showed a shadow on lung.
They kept me in to do a ct scan next day, started me on heparin just in case. Had my ct scan and it was pneumonia. Fingers crossed for you. Skip to main content. Post to forum. Search Search forum. Do you have a cancer chat password?
By analysing the results of all these tests, the problem can be identified, and the doctor can plan a course of action with the patient to treat the condition.
Abnormal chest X-ray. Home Medical dictionary A Abnormal chest X-ray. What is an abnormal chest x-ray? What causes an abnormal chest X-ray? An abnormal chest X-ray can be caused by a number of conditions, including: Lungs: Pneumonia unusual white or hazy shadow on the normally dark lungs on the X-ray can indicate this Abscesses Pulmonary oedema fluid build-up in the lungs Lung cancer and other masses in the lungs Cavities in the lungs or cavitary lesions caused by diseases like tuberculosis and sarcoidosis Heart: An enlarged heart cardiomegaly , which can, in turn, be caused by various conditions, such as hypertension or coronary artery disease.
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