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What is the description of a lung nodule?
A lung nodule a spot on the lung that is 3 cm in diameter. Lung nodule are more likely to be cancerous than not. 40% of lung nodules are cancerous. One will most likely need a surgery as well.
What do normal results of lung biopsies indicate?
Normal results indicate no evidence of infection in the lungs, no detection of lumps or nodules, and cells that are free from cancerous abnormalities.
Can congestive heart failure cause lung nodules?
Yes, congestive heart failure can cause lung nodules. Lung nodules often lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also called COPD.
Does the size of the lung nodule depend if it would be cancerous or not?
There are several reasons that could explain nodules present in the lungs. It is recommended that you consult a medical professional so a proper diagnosis can be made.
What happens if thyroid nodules are cancerous?
You will need treatment for cancer.
Nodules on the thyroid?
Nodules in the thyroid may be cancerous or benign. They may be *hot* (producing hormone) or *cold (not producing hormone).
Can asthma cause lung nodules?
There are many causes of Lung Nodules. Here are some of them:fungal infectionstuberculosispulmonary abscesspneumoniaimmune system disordersworm infectionCancerous lung nodules can be caused by:lung cancerMetastasis
What are the thyroid nodules symptoms and what to do about them?
There are usually no symptoms associated with thyroid nodules unless they become so large that they can be felt or seen at the base of your neck. If you think you have thyroid nodules, you should seek the advice of a physician because sometimes they can be cancerous.
Do vocal cord nodules become cancerous?
Any cell/organ in the human body can become cancerous.
What surgery to move a cancerous lung tube?
the surgery of broincodisusm
Are breast nodules cancar?
Not until diagnosed as benign or malignant.
What are lung nodules and where do they come from?
Lung nodules do not have to be serious, but this depends on a number of factors. If you're under 40, a non smoker, and the nodule on X-Ray is found to have calcium in it, then it is unlikely due to be from cancer. If this is not the case, then it may be caused by cancer.
