- Female
- 32 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've tested positive for COVID and my chest X-ray AP view shows a mild elevation of the left hemidiaphragm. What does that mean for my health, and what should I do next? I'm really anxious about this and could use some guidance.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
there might be many causes, like splenomegaly, lung fibrosis
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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