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Is ground glass lung nodule early cancer? understanding the facts
When a ground glass lung nodule is detected on a medical imaging scan, it can raise concerns about
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Indolent lung cancer: when “slow and steady” matters
When you hear “cancer,” it’s natural to think about urgent treatments and tough decisions.
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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 have slashes in their names,...
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 sometime 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...
Study reveals air pollution reduces life expectancy more than smoking
Air pollution refers to the presence of harmful particles, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5), in the air we breathe. It is a serious concern for...
Is ground glass lung nodule early cancer? understanding the facts
When a ground glass lung nodule is detected on a medical imaging scan, it can raise concerns about Read More
Bronchiectasis: understanding a chronic lung condition
Bronchiectasis is a lung condition that affects the airways and breathing. In this article, we will explore bronchiectasis, gain insights into its causes, symptoms, diagnosis,...
Relief from lung nodules with lung ablation
Lung nodules are small masses of tissue located inside the lungs, ranging in size from a few millimeters to 3 centimeters across. While most nodules...
Pulmonary rehabilitation: enhancing lung health and quality of life
Pulmonary rehabilitation, also called pulmonary rehab or PR, is a specialized program designed to Read More