How big is the lung nodule that needs surgery?

In general, lung nodules over 8~ 10mm need to be treated surgically. But this is not absolute, but also according to the degree of malignancy. Symptoms of pulmonary nodules include fever, cough, expectoration and chest pain. Pulmonary nodules are lesions with clear boundaries, less than 3 cm in diameter and surrounded by lung tissue.

Causes of pulmonary nodules:

1, environmental factors. People who have been exposed to pollutants for a long time, such as those who often work in chemical plants, are more likely to get lung nodules.

2, chronic lung disease. Such as chronic emphysema and tuberculosis. It is also easy to cause tuberculosis.

3. infectivity. If infected by parasites, pulmonary aspergillosis, etc. There is also the possibility of pulmonary nodules.

Treatment of pulmonary nodules:

1, general treatment. Strengthen diet care in daily life, change bad habits, and go to the hospital regularly.

2. medication. Lung nodules can take some drugs such as methotrexate and azathioprine under will.

3. Surgical treatment. Although lung nodules generally do not require surgical treatment, if lung nodules are lung malignant tumors, patients are advised to undergo surgical resection as soon as possible.

Patients should rest more during the treatment, try not to have serious physical fatigue symptoms, and patients should also follow the doctor's advice for treatment.