Chest X-rays

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Hello everyone! 

My case is still in review at the NVC for 6 weeks now. I'm doing advance readings in preparation for the next stage after case complete. 

I have 3 previous Chest PA (year 2015, 2016 and 2017) and the results are the same.

 

2015 x-ray:

"Small rounded density in the upper lungfield overlying the 2nd anterior rib...." 

"calcified granuloma, left upper lungfield.."

2016 x-ray:

"Again seen is the tiny round opacity in the left upper lung...."

"To consider a granuloma, left"

2017 x-ray:

"A small nodular opacity is seen in the left upper lobe...."

"Consider granuloma, left"

 

I don't know how I got it because I never been sick or had severe coughing or any chest/back pains. No fever or flu for many many years. My doctor told me perhaps I had been ill without knowing it because I didn't feel anything.

I know I have to bring these x-ray films on the day of my medical exam at SLEC. 

I would like to know what other things I should prepare or bring? Should I request a medical certification from my doctor?

Will I undergo sputum test and culture at SLEC?

 

Thank you in advance.

 

 

 

 

[gregcrs2 1,778]

If chest x-ray at medical exam shows the spot you will likely go through sputum testing.  

I doubt your previous x-rays will be considered or medical certification from any doctor would be taken into consideration.

 

 

[Hank_ 9,174]

There is information here, plus links to the SLEC website.

 

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/medical---slec.html

 

And at the embassy

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/immigrant-visa-application.html

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7 minutes ago, gregcrs2 said:

If chest x-ray at medical exam shows the spot you will likely go through sputum testing.  

I doubt your previous x-rays will be considered or medical certification from any doctor would be taken into consideration.

 

 

Thank you for your reply.

Yes, I have a strong feeling SLEC will let me undergo sputum testing & culturing. I'm not sure but it seems if an x-ray result is not clear, one must undergo another test. 

I just read information about granuloma in the lungs.

I would like to share the link:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/granuloma/expert-answers/faq-20057838

 

To be honest, I'm still hoping i will not undergo sputum testing & culturing.

 

So far, I haven't seen any post from someone who has  same case like mine and didn't take sputum tests.

 

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21 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

There is information here, plus links to the SLEC website.

 

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/medical---slec.html

 

And at the embassy

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/immigrant-visa-application.html

Thank you for sharing the link.

[gregcrs2 1,778]

My wife had to go through sputum testing because of small spots on one lung.  Sputum testing cultures showed negative for TB.  But after having several CT scans with contrast and many consultations with medical professionals, the diagnosis was lung cancer.  Had to have a lung lobe removed.  It was caught at a very early stage so we were very lucky.  The medical ended being a blessing for us.  

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6 minutes ago, gregcrs2 said:

My wife had to go through sputum testing because of small spots on one lung.  Sputum testing cultures showed negative for TB.  But after having several CT scans with contrast and many consultations with medical professionals, the diagnosis was lung cancer.  Had to have a lung lobe removed.  It was caught at a very early stage so we were very lucky.  The medical ended being a blessing for us.  

Thanks for sharing your experience. I have already thought of undergoing more thorough tests on my lung regarding that granuloma. Probably after all these petition process. It is really a tough journey.

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So how did it go? Did you went through sputum test? 

[Hank_ 9,174]

That person has not been back in TWO years.   Don't expect a reply.