Acute pulmonary eosinophilia (Loeffler's syndrome)

Alternative names:

eosinophilic pneumonia; Loeffler's syndrome; pulmonary infiltrates with eosinophilia

Treatment:

If a cause is found, therapy consists of removing the offending drug or treating the infection with antibiotic therapy. If no cause is found, steroid therapy is given (see corticosteroids - oral).

Expectations (prognosis):

The disease often resolves without treatment. If treatment is needed, the response is usually good; however, relapses can occur.

Complications:

• severe pneumonia

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms indicate acute pulmonary eosinophilia may be present.