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  • 13 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm dealing with a cough that's been lingering for about two months now. My blood report came back normal, but my chest X-ray showed a white circle near my heart. Could you help me understand what this might be?

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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