Pulmonary tuberculosis causing pulmonary effusion symptoms
Disease description:
Recently, my mother has experienced symptoms such as chest pain and difficulty breathing. After visiting the hospital for examination, the doctor said these symptoms were due to pleural effusion caused by tuberculosis. What are the symptoms of pleural effusion caused by tuberculosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
When pulmonary tuberculosis leads to pulmonary effusion, patients often experience a series of severe symptoms. These symptoms mainly include chest tightness, chest pain, and difficulty breathing; in some cases, edema of the lower extremities, cough, and sputum production may also occur. In severe cases, patients may even experience hemoptysis. These symptoms indicate that pulmonary tuberculosis has caused significant damage to the lungs and has triggered pleural effusion. At this stage, patients require surgical intervention such as closed thoracic drainage under a doctor's guidance, along with antibiotic therapy to combat infection. If pulmonary effusion caused by pulmonary tuberculosis is not treated promptly, it may lead to complications such as pulmonary atelectasis, further endangering the patient's life and health. Therefore, patients should actively seek medical care and undergo standardized treatment to alleviate symptoms and control disease progression.
