what is lung consolidation

Lung consolidation is a condition where the air in the small airways of the lungs is replaced with a fluid, solid, or other material such as pus, blood, water, stomach contents, or cells. It can be caused by various conditions including pneumonia, aspiration, and lung cancer. This condition is typically identified through chest X-rays, and it can make breathing difficult and lead to symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and fever. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may involve addressing the primary condition, such as administering antibiotics for pneumonia or draining fluid for pulmonary edema