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Lung nodules: what they are and how they’re classified
Lung nodules are focal, round, or oval-shaped dense spots in the lungs. They’re usually 30 millimeters or smaller in diameter, with either clear or fuzzy...
You don’t smoke? The air might still harm your lungs
Lung cancer isn’t just a smoker’s disease. A major new study reveals a hidden danger even for people who have never smoked: the very air...
CT scans for lung health: safe or risky?
Let’s address the question I often hear in my clinic: “Are CT scans safe for checking lung nodules?” The answer isn’t a simple yes or...
Understanding PET/CT scans for lung nodules
So your doctor mentioned a PET/CT scan to check out that lung nodule they found. Let’s be honest—when medical tests sound complex, it’s easy to...
Lung cancer: the unseen battle in your lungs
Lung cancer is a serious disease, but it can be beaten. I have spent years researching and treating this disease, and I have seen how...
What to know about calcified lung nodules
As a doctor, I sometimes find myself answering questions from patients who have just learned they have a “calcified lung nodule” on a chest X-ray...
Indolent lung cancer: when “slow and steady” matters
When you hear "cancer," it’s natural to think about urgent treatments and tough decisions.Read More
Pulmonary embolism (PE): causes, symptoms, and treatment
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious condition that happens when a blood clot blocks one of the arteries in the lungs. This blockage can make...