How to manage pulmonary ground-glass nodules
Apr 19, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
Treatment for pulmonary ground-glass nodules should be based on the underlying cause. If caused by a long-term bacterial infection, antibiotics may be used under a doctor's guidance. If resulting from mycoplasma pneumonia, corticosteroids can help relieve symptoms. If due to nonspecific interstitial pneumonia, immunosuppressive agents may be used to promote resolution of inflammation and prevent further disease progression.
Ground-glass nodules in the lungs generally refer to ground-glass opacities, and treatment should be based on the underlying cause. Common causes include bacterial infections, mycoplasma pneumonia, nonspecific interstitial pneumonia, among others. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Bacterial infection
If long-term infection with bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pneumoniae leads to the development of pulmonary ground-glass nodules, antibiotics may generally be used appropriately under a doctor's guidance. Examples include amoxicillin capsules, cefixime capsules, and ampicillin capsules, which help reduce inflammatory stimulation and stabilize the condition.
2. Mycoplasma pneumonia
When lung ground-glass nodules result from mycoplasma infection causing mycoplasma pneumonia, glucocorticoids such as methylprednisolone tablets, prednisone acetate tablets, or dexamethasone tablets should be taken according to medical advice to promote resolution of inflammation and relieve symptoms such as chest tightness and coughing.
3. Nonspecific interstitial pneumonia
Long-term exposure to dust or having connective tissue diseases may lead to nonspecific interstitial pneumonia, resulting in pulmonary ground-glass nodules. In such cases, immunosuppressants such as azathioprine tablets, compound cyclophosphamide tablets, or betamethasone tablets may be used based on a physician’s recommendation to promote inflammation resolution and prevent further disease progression.
Additionally, these nodules could also be caused by AIDS. Given the wide range of potential causes, it is important to visit a正规 hospital for proper evaluation, identify the specific cause, and then initiate appropriate treatment, which helps promote recovery.
