I'm curious about something in a recent X-ray report. It mentions that my trachea is in the midline. Is this a normal finding, or should I be concerned about it? Would love to get your insights!

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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A midline trachea, as indicated by your X-ray report, is generally considered normal, as the trachea typically runs vertically through the thorax, slightly to the right of the midline, but a perfectly midline trachea can also be a normal anatomical variation.

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