Rajesh Singh Rajesh Singh Asked 5 months ago

Would a ct scan show cancer?

My father is having some unexplained weight loss and fatigue. The doctor suggested a CT scan. Can a CT scan reliably detect if there is cancer in the body?

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Dekho, CT scan can show if there's any abnormal growth or mass in your body. But for confirming if it's cancer, usually they need to do a biopsy, where they take a small sample and test it. So, it's a good first step, but not the final word always.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan, CT scan is a strong tool for detecting many things, including suspicious lumps or changes that *could* be cancer. My doctor always emphasizes getting regular checkups, especially as you age. If there's a concern, they'll definitely start with imaging like a CT.

Ananya Singh Ananya Singh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Absolutely, a CT scan is a common diagnostic test to identify tumors or other irregularities that might indicate cancer. It provides detailed images. However, a definitive diagnosis almost always requires a biopsy after the scan. Talk to your doctor for specific advice.

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Aryan Gupta Aryan Gupta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, CT scan can show if there's something weird going on, like a mass or lump. My uncle had one for some issue and they found something suspicious, but then he needed a biopsy to confirm it was benign. So, it's a good indicator, but not the final answer by itself.

Surekha Patil Surekha Patil Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Ho na, CT scan se pata chal sakta hai ki body ke andar kuch problem hai ya nahi, jaise koi growth. But for actual cancer confirmation, doctor will usually ask for biopsy or other specific tests. It's a good starting point, don't worry too much.

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Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Yes, a CT scan can definitely help in seeing if there are any signs of cancer! 😊 It gives docs a good look inside. But to be 100% sure, they usually do more tests. Hope everything is alright! 🙏

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