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University of California Merced Daisy Ochoa
Could it be Pneumonia? University of California Merced Daisy Ochoa
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What is Pneumonia? Definition: Lung infection in which the alveoli sacs are filled with fluids and pus Common types: Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) (most common) Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (HAP)
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The Symptoms Common symptoms:
Similar to the symptoms of a common cold/flu Coughing with phlegm (greenish/yellowish mucus) Chills Shortness of breath Experiences chest pain when breathing or coughing Fever
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Causes of Pneumonia Bacteria Virus Fungi Streptococcus pneumoniae
Human respiratory syncytial virus (HRSV) Fungi Pneumocystis jiroveci
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Diagnosis and Treatment
Abnormal breathing sounds: crackling Chest x-ray Vaccines and antibiotics Hospitalization if needed
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Summary Pneumonia is a lung infection Different types of pneumonia
To confirm if you have pneumonia, a chest x-ray is needed. Vaccines and antibiotics are forms of treatments.
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