Are multiple nodules in both lungs cancer? What should I do?
Multiple nodules in both lungs may be caused by lung cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc., and require targeted treatment based on the cause.
1. Lung cancer
Lung cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the bronchial mucosa or glands of the lungs. It is a space-occupying lesion. Multiple nodules can be seen in imaging examinations.
Patients should undergo surgical treatment as soon as possible if they meet the indications for surgery. After surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy using cisplatin, carboplatin, etoposide, etc. can be used under the guidance of a doctor to improve the prognosis.
2. Pneumonia
The patient’s lungs are stimulated by inflammatory factors and may form multiple nodules during imaging examinations.
If it is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae infection, you can treat it with amoxicillin, cefuroxime, cefixime, etc. as directed by your doctor. If it is caused by a viral infection, it can be treated with oseltamivir, ribavirin, ganciclovir, etc.
3. Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is caused by infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and multiple nodules can form during the healing process of the disease.
Patients need to breathe more fresh air and moderately strengthen nutrition. They can be treated with anti-tuberculosis drugs such as isoniazid, rifampicin, and ethambutol under the guidance of a doctor.
