Ground glass nodules without change for a year suggests that the lesion may be benign, but malignant lesions cannot be excluded, and judgment needs to be made through further examination.
Milled glass nodules are an imaging concept that refers to cloudy, dense shadows in the lobes of the lungs when imaging the lungs, and there are benign and malignant milled glass nodules. Benign lesions are often caused by lung infections, dust deposits, and hemorrhage; while malignant lesions may be early lung cancer.
If there is no change in the ground glass nodule in a year, and if the nodule itself is less than 8mm, then it is more likely to be benign and usually has no special symptom, so there is no need for special treatment, and it is enough to continue to review the nodule every year; if the nodule itself is more than 8mm, then it is necessary to raise the alertness, follow the doctor’s instructions to review the nodule regularly for half a year to one year, and dynamically observe the nodule’s change, and if necessary, carry out the biopsy of the pathology.
When the physical examination reveals ground-glass nodules, one should consult a doctor in a timely manner, complete the relevant examinations under the doctor’s guidance, assess the condition, individualize the treatment, and make regular follow-ups.