What does this chest X-ray indicate?
Patient: I have a copy of chest x-ray that I had to check for Pneumonia The doctor said no Pneumonia but rather asthmatic bronchitis. I had asthma when I was very young but had outgrown it. The finding said no acute infiltrations slight coarsening of the bronchovascular markings. The costophrenic angles are sharp heart not enlarged aorta is uncoiled. Can you tell me what all this means Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. I have gone through the x ray report you have mentioned. This x ray report is normal. No need to worry for pneumonia or tuberculosis. Asthmatic bronchitis is diagnosed by PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). Chest x ray is almost always normal in asthmatic bronchitis.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).If PFT is showing obstructive defect then asthmatic bronchitis is likely. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.