Pneumatocoeles are typically asymptomatic and, if secondary to pneumonia, remain visible after septic symptoms have resolved 1. Occasionally pneumatoceles become large enough to compress adjacent lung and the mediastinum enough to cause respiratory or cardiovascular symptoms. Secondary infection may occur resulting in features of chest septis. Symptoms and signs of Pneumatocele include:
1. Cough
2. Choking sensation in chest
3. Shortness of breath
4. Occurrance of cyanosis
Patients with pulmonary bullous disease typically receive drug therapy, often through inhalant medications. Salamol, an asthma medicine, relaxes the airways to allow more oxygen to enter, as does ipratropium bromide--a drug also used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Patients can also benefit from steroid treatments. In some cases surgical procedures can improve symptoms.