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  • 23 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried about my lung health since I've been smoking. Can a chest X-ray catch lung cancer early, or is a CT scan a better option for detecting any issues? I'm trying to figure out the safest way to keep an eye on things.

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Dr. Dr Ibrahim Salah

Dr Ibrahim Salah

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  • MBBS
  • 2+ Yrs
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better do ct scan if you are worried

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Answered 04/07/2025

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