Question
My child had pneumonia a while ago and has fully recovered after treatment, but recently they have developed atelectasis. The family is worried that the condition may worsen, and they want to know if the atelectasis caused by this situation can be fully recovered through treatment?
Answer
The recovery of atelectasis depends on the cause. If the atelectasis is caused by sputum plug, it can be treated by thoroughly cleaning the lungs, and there is a possibility of full recovery after some time. However, if the pneumonia is severe and symptoms such as coughing, hemoptysis, and difficulty breathing appear later, the atelectasis caused by it may require repeated treatment and may not be completely curable. We hope the patient recovers soon!