How to judge pneumonia by taking lung X-ray

Lung X-ray diagnosis of pneumonia is mainly based on observation of lung texture, consolidation, pleural effusion and other conditions, as well as whether there are other complications, but it needs to be combined with clinical symptoms and other comprehensive judgment, special people need to pay attention to protection. According to lung X-ray diagnosis of pneumonia mainly through the following aspects: 1. Lung texture: Pneumonia can lead to increased, thickened, blurred lung texture, and even reticular or streaky opacities. 2. Pulmonary consolidation: reduced air inflation in the pulmonary alveoli in the affected area of pneumonia can lead to consolidation of the lungs, presenting as uniform high-density shadows. 3. Pleural effusion: Pneumonia can cause pleural effusion, which can appear as blunting or disappearance of costophelic angles on X-ray films. 4. Other manifestations: Pneumonia may also be accompanied by emphysema, atelectasis and other complications, and there will also be corresponding manifestations on X-rays. It should be noted that X-rays are only a preliminary examination method, and the diagnosis of pneumonia needs to be combined with clinical symptoms, signs, laboratory tests, etc. If pneumonia is suspected, seek medical attention in time to make a clear diagnosis and take appropriate treatment measures. In addition, for special groups such as the elderly, children, pregnant women, etc., special attention should be paid to the protection of lung X-rays to minimize the impact of radiation on the body. At the same time, before the examination, doctors should inform their special circumstances so that doctors can choose appropriate examination methods and doses.