Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my father was diagnosed with small pulmonary bullae in his lungs a few days ago. He just turned 41 this year, and this condition was found in his body. We are all very worried, so we would like to consult the doctor a few times. What are small pulmonary bullae in the lungs? How can they be relieved? Thank you for your help.Doctor's answer:
If there are relatively small bullae in the lungs, surgery is not necessary to address them. If the bullae are larger, surgical intervention can be considered to alleviate the condition. Generally, if the bullae have not ruptured, no special treatment is required. However, if the bullae rupture, there is a possibility of developing a pneumothorax. If the lung tissue is significantly damaged, it is necessary to promptly perform closed thoracic drainage to expel the gas outside the body.