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Pope lung nodule: Could it be cancer?

The case of Pope Leo shows how small lung nodules are often found during routine health checks.

According to DW, 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.

This health story centres on Germany.

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Germany · Europe
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DW
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Pope Leo
Section
Health

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