Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Pulmonary Hyperaeration Bilateral?

Hello doctor, good day, im 25 y/o male, non smoker, occasional alcohol drinker, no asthma. I just got my xray result and it says pulmonary hyperaeration bilateral. Is this result a bad sign? I have cough and tonsillitis 5 days prior to chest xray. thanks.
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
Twitter Mon, 25 Sep 2017 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 25 Sep 2017 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Chest x ray is just a screening tool for lung diseases.
Bilateral pulmonary hyperinflation can be a normal finding if chest x ray is taken after deep inspiration.
So no need to worry for any lung disease or damage by this x ray finding.
Better to get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
If PFT is normal then your lungs are properly functioning.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Pulmonary hyperaeration


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Pulmonary Hyperaeration Bilateral?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chest x ray is just a screening tool for lung diseases. Bilateral pulmonary hyperinflation can be a normal finding if chest x ray is taken after deep inspiration. So no need to worry for any lung disease or damage by this x ray finding. Better to get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). If PFT is normal then your lungs are properly functioning. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.