Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia (patient information)
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Overview
What are the symptoms of cryptogenic organizing pneumonia?
- Approximately 75% of people have symptoms 1-2 months prior to seeking medical attention.
- Symptoms of organizing pneumonia differ depending on the underlying subtype (cryptogenic, secondary, or focal), and include:[1]
| Symptom | Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia | Secondary Organizing Pneumonia | Focal Organizing Pneumonia |
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| Cough | 95% | 90% | 20% |
| Dyspnea | 85% | 90% | 10% |
| Sputum | 70% | 40% | 10% |
| Hemoptysis | 25% | 10% | - |
| Pleuritic Pain | 35% | 20% | - |
| Weight Loss | 50% | 35% | - |
| Fever | 55% | 45% | - |
| Night Sweats | 40% | 45% | - |
| Flu-like Symptoms | 30% | 35% | - |
What causes of cryptogenic organizing pneumonia?
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for cryptogenic organizing pneumonia?
Prevention
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
Sources
- ↑ Lohr RH, Boland BJ, Douglas WW, Dockrell DH, Colby TV, Swensen SJ; et al. (1997). "Organizing pneumonia. Features and prognosis of cryptogenic, secondary, and focal variants". Arch Intern Med. 157 (12): 1323–9. PMID 9201006.