A small spot on a lung CT scan can be alarming, with many people immediately fearing the worst. However, doctors say that a lung nodule is a common finding and, in most cases, is not cancer. On , ...

Pope Leo XIV's planned lung surgery raises questions about lung nodules, cancer risks, early detection, treatment options and why medical evaluation matters.

The case of Pope Leo shows how small lung nodules are often found during routine health checks. Quick treatment is generally advised before nodules can grow to become larger life-threatening masses.

AI may help flag TB signs on chest X-rays and suspicious lung nodules on CT scans, but doctors and confirmatory tests remain ...

A routine heart scan led to an early lung cancer diagnosis for a nonsmoker, highlighting the importance of preventive care.