What are the symptoms and manifestations of white lung?
Feb 11, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, symptoms and manifestations of white lung may include dyspnea, cyanosis, cough, fever, fatigue, etc. If any abnormalities occur, timely medical attention is recommended. During treatment, patients with white lung may take medications such as Acyclovir tablets, Valacyclovir hydrochloride tablets, and Cefixime dispersible tablets under a doctor's guidance to alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.
Under normal circumstances, symptoms and manifestations of white lung may include dyspnea, cyanosis, cough, fever, fatigue, and others. If any abnormalities occur, timely medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Dyspnea
White lung typically indicates extensive lung lesions, leading to severely impaired gas exchange function. The lungs become filled with fluid and exudates, making it difficult for oxygen to enter the bloodstream and for carbon dioxide to be expelled, thereby causing dyspnea.
2. Cyanosis
When severe lung lesions lead to insufficient oxygen supply, hypoxia causes an increase in reduced hemoglobin in the blood. The patient's lips, nails, and other areas may exhibit cyanosis. In severe cases, the lips and nails may appear bluish-purple.
3. Cough
Lesions in the lungs stimulate respiratory tract receptors, triggering a cough reflex. Patients may experience persistent dry cough or cough up small amounts of white or yellow sputum. The frequency and severity of coughing may vary depending on individual differences and disease progression.
4. Fever
In most cases, white lung is caused by infections such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi. After the lungs are infected by pathogens, the body's immune system responds by releasing pyrogenic substances, which raise the set point of the thermoregulatory center, leading to fever. Body temperature may rise as high as 39°C, accompanied by facial flushing, nausea, vomiting, and other discomforts.
5. Fatigue
Due to increased energy consumption and the effects of symptoms such as dyspnea, patients experience significant fatigue and tiredness. Additionally, oxygen deficiency affects cellular energy metabolism, further exacerbating fatigue. Patients may feel markedly fatigued and tired, with reduced exercise tolerance.
In terms of treatment, under a doctor's guidance, white lung patients can take medications such as Acyclovir tablets, Valacyclovir hydrochloride tablets, or Cefixime dispersible tablets to alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.
