Calcified lung foci are usually old lung lesions that appear after some diseased tissue in the lungs has been repaired. They are usually not contagious. They are common after healing of lung inflammation, tuberculosis and other lung diseases. Generally calcified foci of different sizes, different impact on the patient, handling and treatment are also different, can be conservative observation, can also be treated with drugs.
1. If the calcified foci are small in size and number, they usually do not cause obvious clinical symptoms or other complications, which usually do not require treatment.
2. If the foci of calcification show multiple manifestations, especially when the foci of calcification are large in size, because more lung tissues are affected, the ventilation function of the lungs may be affected, and in severe cases, the clinical symptoms of chest tightness and shortness of breath may occur. Drugs such as dihydroxypropyl theophylline, bromhexine hydrochloride, and tranylcypromine hydrochloride are usually given to improve symptoms.
Old calcified foci in the lungs need to be treated according to the size of the calcified foci and their impact on lung function, and in serious cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor in time for active treatment.