Lung Abscess

Question 0

Cause of lung abscess

Answer 0

Similar to those of pneumonia

Question 1

Define lung abscess

Answer 1

Pus containing lesion of the lung

Question 2

Onset of lung abscess

Answer 2

Usually insidious, especially if anaerobic organisms are the primary cause. A more acute onset occurs with aerobic organisms

Question 3

Treatment of lung abscess

Answer 3

Prolonged antibiotic therapy of 2 to 4 months is the primary method of treatment