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What happens during a CT thorax with contrast for stage 1 lung cancer?

DH

Community Member

a month ago

I was diagnosed with stage one lung cancer,going back to hospital on Friday for CT thorax wcontrast

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CA

Community Member

a month ago

A CT thorax with contrast involves drinking or receiving an IV contrast dye that helps doctors see the lung tissues and blood vessels more clearly on the scan - it's a common and important imaging test for monitoring lung cancer. Many patients find it helpful to ask their care team about what to expect during the appointment and any preparation steps they might need to take beforehand.

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DH

Community Member

a month ago

Now I have to wait until July 7th to see my Oncologist

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HG

Community Member

13 days ago

You will be fine

DH

Community Member

13 days ago

So they found another mass so this Friday I go for Pet scan

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