I've just had a chest X-ray, and while most of it looks good, there's this one finding that says "tenting of the left diaphragm grade 1.1." What exactly does that mean? Is it something I should be worried about health-wise? Could there be a link to my heart or any other reasons for this? What kind of symptoms should I keep an eye out for?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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Based on your symptoms and self-examination, it's possible that you may have:

Anal fissure

Sentinel pile (a type of hemorrhoid)

Anal abscess

Consult a gastroenterologist, proctologist, or a general surgeon for a proper evaluation and diagnosis. They may recommend:

Digital rectal examination (DRE)

Anoscopy

Imaging tests (e.g., ultrasound, MRI)

In the meantime, consider:

Increasing fiber intake

Staying hydrated

Avoiding straining during bowel movements

Applying topical creams or ointments (e.g., hydrocortisone) for symptom relief

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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