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Lung X-Ray: Conditions Mimicking Pneumonia
Conditions that can look like pneumonia on X-ray:
- Pulmonary edema: Fluid in lungs from heart/kidney failure, injury
- Acute bronchitis: Bronchial inflammation from viruses/bacteria
- Tuberculosis: Bacterial infection causing scarring/consolidation
- Sarcoidosis: Granulomatous disease with lung nodules
- Lung cancer: Consolidation, nodules, masses (leading US cancer death)
Many other conditions can mimic pneumonia. Discuss X-ray results with your doctor for accurate diagnosis.
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