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What might be the reasons for formation of small blebs on lungs. i have blebs of less then 1cm on lungs. i don't even smoke. and i don't even have lung injury. does rise in body temperature results in formation of blebs?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Blebs are typically congenital and they are not the result of injury or smoking. A rise in body temperature also does not cause the blebs. If the blebs are big enough to cause a pneumothorax, they can be surgically removed so see a thoracic surgeon for evaluation. Good luck to you!

Answered 5/24/2023

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