After Your Screening
Here is what your results may mean, and what comes next.
If your scan is normal
Great news. Plan your next scan in one year. Lung screening works best when you do it every year.
If something shows up
Most things found on a lung scan are not cancer. They might be scars or small spots that are not harmful.
Your doctor may want another scan in a few months to see if anything changes, or other tests to be sure. Ask your doctor to explain what was found and what the next step is.
Other things the scan may show
The scan can also show things in nearby organs, like your heart. Your doctor will talk with you about anything that needs care.
Keep your lungs healthy
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Questions about your results?
Call the doctor who ordered your scan. Your community health worker can also help you understand next steps.
Have a question?
The American Lung Association’s Lung HelpLine can help. Call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) and press 2, send a question online, or chat live when chat is open.