What is a Cavitatory lesion?

[ptliverpool]

As a foot note on my specialists letter to my doctor he has written that there is a small caviatory lesion at the right apex for which I will require a further CT scan in 3 months. Does anyone know what this is?

[elian]

I've copied and pasted this from an item on Google, ptliverpool ..... hope it helps

"What Are the Causes and Symptoms of Cystic Lung Lesions?

There are many causes and symptoms of lung lesions. The following are the most common causes:

Cavitary lung lesions are known to develop as a result of bacterial infection. This is the most common cause for having the ailment.

As a result of drug or chemical abuse and smoking. It is known in medical circles that smoking as well as abuse of drugs is some of the common reasons why people develop cavitating lung lesions."

Hope all goes well for you at your next scan

In the meantime,

keep on keeping on

xx

[elian]

I forgot to put this on ...... sorry !

"A cavitating lung lesion got its name from the characteristic formation of cavities or hollow parts of the lesions. A unique nature of cavitating lung lesions is that it commonly forms in areas where cystic lung lesions are seen. In fact, doctors suggest that the cavity is a result of the fluid or mucous having been drained from the cavity."

[ptliverpool]

Thanks elian

This is probably something to do with the Bronchiectasis then. I do wish I had asked more questions when I was diagnosed last month, but I think I was in shock.It is hard to get your head around when you have just been told you have COPD and Bronchiectasis and that there is no cure.Leaves even a previously intelligent woman feeling stupid.