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What is the best treatment for a pretty large lung bullae at 5.2cm.
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Monitor clinically: If you have no symptoms such as chest pain shortness of breath the bullae can be monitored clinically and with follow-up x-rays. On top of that if you smoke suggest to quit as soon as possible. The bullae has the risk for rupture and cause air inside the lung which is called pneumothorax which is an extremely life-threatening condition you should call 911.
Answered 11/30/2013
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Go to MD: The presence of lung bullae are correlated with symptoms. They are graded and if severity is bad a lung reduction surgery or bullectomy is considered. The presence of one bulla is not an indication but care has to be taken due to possibility of pneumothorax. Go to a lung specialist and be examined and advised.
Answered 12/1/2013
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