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  • 45 Years
  • 22/01/2025

Hey, so I just got an HRCT chest scan for Covid-19, and it turns out there's subsegmental atelectasis in the posterior segment of my right upper lobe. Can someone tell me what this means? What might have caused it? Is this something serious like cancer? And is there a way to treat it? Also, where can I find a top doctor for this? A little backgroundI had TB back in 2010 and was treated for it, plus I do smoke.

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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