Urgent - chest x-ray problem

JoniB

I had my pre-surgery tests today - blood work and chest x-ray. Was out this evening and came home to a message from my doctor's nurse practitioner saying she needs to speak with me about my chest x-ray. I am worried this means my cancer has spread. Any other thoughts about what could be wrong? Wish I was here when the call came in. Don't think I can sleep tonight and now I will be receiving potentially bad news at work (again).

tuckersmimi

I am sure you have spoken to someone by now about your chest X-ray as I am just seeing your post. I has surgery on Oct.5, 2015.My pre-op chest x-ray showed a shadow that was concering.After two CT scans it was determend to be only scar tissure. I pray the same for yours.

leenso52

Joni can you please update us?

Thank you and my best to you.

JoniB

Thank you both so much for uour posts and concern. The nurse told me the chest x-ray shows I have emphysema! She made it sound like she thought I knew amd didn't disclose. I have never smoked and doubt that I have it. I think I may have chronic bronchitis which is concerning since I have been seeing an allergist for allergy symptoms and I have complained about upper resperatory issues. I have an appointment with a pulmonologist tomorrow who has to clear me for surgery. I am worried this will delay surgery.