Can bronchial lung cancer cause pulmonary edema?

Can bronchial lung cancer cause pulmonary edema?

Bronchogenic carcinoma can cause pulmonary edema, which is also called pleural effusion. It is mainly caused by the blockage of lymphatic vessels by the tumor, which leads to the obstruction of the reflux of intrapleural fluid. The occurrence of bronchogenic carcinoma can also increase the permeability of pleural capillaries, weaken the barrier function of the vascular wall, and cause fluid to enter the chest to form water.

Bronchogenic lung cancer has no conscious symptoms in the early stage. As the tumor grows, coughing will occur, mainly irritating dry cough, accompanied by sputum, sputum mixed with blood. If combined with pleural effusion, shortness of breath, weight loss, dyspnea, palpitations, etc. will also occur. Once such a situation occurs, go to the hospital in time and actively cooperate with the doctor for treatment.

There are many methods for treating bronchial lung cancer. Radical surgical resection can be chosen in the early stage. If surgery is not possible or the disease is in the middle or late stage, conservative treatment can be chosen, such as targeted therapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, etc. If there is a large amount of pleural effusion, the effusion can be aspirated by thoracentesis, and urokinase can be injected at the same time to prevent pleural adhesion after drainage.

Bronchogenic carcinoma is a malignant tumor with a high incidence and mortality rate. You should pay close attention to changes in your body and go to the hospital in time. The earlier the treatment, the better the prognosis. During the treatment, you should pay attention to balanced nutrition and supplement more high protein and vitamins.