What Does a High-Density Lesion in the Lung Mean?

1. A high-density lung lesion is a descriptive term in imaging for abnormal lung tissue, referring to the area with a CT value higher than the surrounding normal tissue.

2. High-density lung lesions are usually found in CT scans and are related to lung calcification lesions. These lesions have high density, with clear and sharp edges, and vary in size and shape. If they are solitary or multiple high-density lung lesions, tuberculosis may be considered. Popcorn-like high-density lung lesions are most commonly seen in calcified hamartomas. If necessary, CT-guided biopsy and bronchoscopy can be used for further disease identification.

3. High-density lung lesions can also be considered as lung nodules, which are classified as benign and malignant. Benign lung nodules may be caused by excessive mental stress, smoking, and other factors, or may be related to inflammation, tuberculosis, and other diseases. Relevant examinations should be promptly improved to clarify the nature of the nodules. If diagnosed as benign nodules, regular follow-up observations are required, and medications such as cefuroxime granules, rifampicin tablets, and amoxicillin capsules can be taken as recommended by the doctor. If phenomena such as burrs or pleural traction are present, malignant nodules are considered, and surgery is recommended promptly as advised by the doctor.

4. In daily life, get plenty of rest and avoid heavy physical labor and strenuous exercise. Quit smoking and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke and cooking fumes.