"Does Chronic Lung Abscess Cause Decreased Vocal Fremitus? An Introduction to Common Symptoms of Chronic Lung Abscess"

This disease develops slowly but its impact on the body gradually worsens. It is primarily caused by bacterial and viral infections, leading to inflammatory issues. It is a relatively common disease in real life, and people have a good understanding of it. What are the common symptoms of chronic lung abscess?

1. Chronic lung abscess does not cause diminished vocal fremitus in the early stages because the patient's lungs are still relatively intact, and there is no necrosis of lung tissue. Therefore, in this case, patients often do not feel a diminished sense of tactile fremitus. However, as the disease progresses and worsens, patients will gradually experience diminished vocal fremitus.

2. Coughing. Chronic lung abscess is mainly caused by bacterial and viral infections through respiratory tract infections, so coughing is the most typical symptom of chronic lung abscess. In the early stages of the disease, patients may experience very obvious coughing, even to the point of foaming at the mouth. If effective treatment is not sought in the hospital promptly, after two weeks, the patient's coughing symptoms will become more severe, and they may even cough up a large amount of pus-filled sputum, accompanied by coughing up blood.

3. Persistent high fever. Chronic lung abscess is caused by infection or inflammation, so in this case, patients will experience very obvious symptoms of fever or even persistent high fever. Due to the persistent high fever, patients may experience symptoms such as fatigue, decreased appetite, and even weight loss. Therefore, patients must seek treatment promptly when experiencing these symptoms.

4. Difficulty breathing. Chronic lung abscess affects the respiratory tract, so patients may experience obvious symptoms of respiratory distress in this case. If not treated promptly, it may even lead to asphyxiation.

The above are the common symptoms of chronic lung abscess. Patients are advised to develop good living and eating habits in daily life. When experiencing the above symptoms, they must promptly seek treatment in the hospital to avoid other complications and harm to their health due to delayed treatment. Patients can also engage in more aerobic exercises in their daily lives to effectively enhance their body's resistance and immunity.