Lung tumor, Pulmonology FAQ

Understanding Lung Tumors: Do You Need Surgery?

Lung tumor Hello, doctor. I underwent a health check on June 10, 2002, and a chest X-ray revealed a circular shadow in the lower left lung (approximately 5 cm in diameter). I then went to the thoracic department at a regional hospital for further examination. A CT scan confirmed ...

Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
There are many common causes of a solitary pulmonary nodule, including cancer, tuberculosis, cryptococcal infection, and post-tuberculosis sequelae, among others. According to the information provided, if the size has indeed remained unchanged over a year and a half (from Decembe...

Coughing and Weight Loss: Understanding Unexplained Symptoms

Coughing and weight loss? Dear Dr. Chang, Regarding the cough and weight loss issue I asked you about previously, my sister has gone to a medical center for further examination, including a bronchoscopy. She had three tumor markers tested and underwent a CT scan, but the doctor ...

Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Thank you for your letter again. Currently, the field of pulmonary medicine has indeed reached a bottleneck in the diagnosis of early-stage lung tumors. There should be no issues with your sister's examination. I recommend finding a "dedicated" and "experience...

How to Determine If You Have Tuberculosis and Find a Doctor

If you are unsure how to determine whether you have tuberculosis (TB), you should seek a healthcare provider? Dr. Jiang: Hello, I was found to have calcifications in my lungs six years ago during a medical outreach program. Since then, I have been getting annual chest X-rays, and...

Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many causes of hemoptysis, with common causes including bronchiectasis, pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, or lung tumors. Severe coughing due to bronchitis can also lead to the rupture of blood vessels, resulting in hemoptysis. 2. The so-called calcification ...

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