About
Lung cysts are air-filled sacs that develop within the lung tissue. They vary in size and are often benign. They can affect breathing and are often develop near old age but may also indicate an underlying medical condition.
Symptoms
This condition does not generally show any signs or Symptoms. In some cases symptoms can include:
- Chest pain
- Coughing
- Shortness of breath
- Recurrent respiratory infections
Causes
- Can be congenital or acquired due to conditions like
- Infections
- Inflammation
- trauma
Diagnosis
- Imaging studies such as:
- Biopsy may be needed to confirm diagnosis or rule out malignancy.
Treatment
- Treatment depends on:
- Size and location of cysts
- Presence of symptoms
- Options include:
- Observation for asymptomatic cysts
- Drainage or surgical removal for symptomatic or large cysts
Our Lung Cysts Specialists
Dr. Navdeep Singh Nanda
Senior Consultant & Head Dept. of Thoracic Surgery
MBBS(Gold Medalist), MS(General Surgery), DNB(Thoracic Surgery), MNAMS, FMAS
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FAQs
Most lung cysts are benign and do not require treatment if they are small and asymptomatic. However, larger or symptomatic cysts may need drainage or surgical removal.
In some cases, lung cysts can become infected, leading to complications such as pneumonia or abscess formation. Regular monitoring is recommended.
Treatment depends on the size, location, and symptoms of the cysts. Options include observation, drainage procedures, or surgical removal.
