Ailments & Conditions

Lung Abscess: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment

Outlook for People with Lung Abscess

It is estimated that up to 90 percent of cases recover without complications when treated with antibiotics. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatments are the key to have a better outlook. The risk of fatal complication is higher in people with a secondary lung abscess. People with no access to medical care, underlying health issues, or compromised immune systems tend to be more prone to serious consequences.[12]