Ground-glass nodules can be caused by lung infections or inflammation, including viral or bacterial pneumonia.
Fluid accumulation in the lungs due to heart problems or other reasons can also appear as ground-glass nodules on CT images.
Bleeding in the lungs, which may result from trauma, blood disorders, or other medical conditions, can present as ground-glass nodules on CT scans.
Long-term lung diseases can cause hardening and scarring of lung tissue, which may appear as ground-glass nodules on imaging.
Ground-glass nodules can sometimes be associated with benign or malignant tumors, including early-stage lung cancer.
This rare disease can cause small nodules to form in the lungs and other organs.
It is important to note that ground-glass nodules do not necessarily indicate a serious disease. They are a radiological finding that requires comprehensive evaluation based on the patient's clinical symptoms, medical history, and other test results.