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Is there an illness 'sleeping pnuemonia'?
The illness in it self is penumonia, but i would say that sleeping pneumonia would say severe case of pneumonia. Cause walkin pneumonia is a condition where you get over the infection but sleeping pneumonia is when you have to be hospitilized for your condition.
What are common symptoms of pneumonia and bronchitis?
There are different symptoms of pneumonia and bronchitis. Some of the symptoms are a severe cough, an infection in the lungs that cause pain and fatigue.
Is viral atypical pneumonia contagious?
See related links. Known viral causes of atypical pneumonia are severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and measles. Both of these viral conditions are contagious.
What are the symptoms of eosinophilic pneumonia?
The symptoms range from mild (coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath) to severe and life threatening (severe shortness of breath and difficulty getting enough oxygen).
What happened in Ryan White's life in 1985?
In December of 1984, Ryan White contracted a severe rare pneumonia and it was discovered that he had contracted AIDS from a blood transfusion due to his severe hemophilia.
What are the 2 greatest dangers for a severe burn victim?
Two of the greatest dangers for a severe burn victim are infection and secondary sepsis. Burn victims also may develop pneumonia.
Can a dog get toxoplasmosis?
Yes. As a matter of fact we had to put our dog down due to it. The autopsy confirmed toxoplasmosis and severe pneumonia.
Are there diseases that mimic valley fever?
Any severe cold, pneumonia or smoker's cough could mimic valley fever.
What happens if the food enters the trachea?
Aspiration can occur, leading to a possible aspiration pneumonia. If severe, hospital treatment may be required. You are also likely to have a coughing fit. If the food blocks the trachea you could die.
Is pneumonia a Viral or Bacterial?
Pneumonia simply means "inflammation of the lung" - it can be caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, chemicals, inhaled foreign material or auto-immune disease. However, in humans with no other concurrent health concern, pneumonia tends to be caused by a bacteria.
Why can pneumonia be deadly if not treated?
Pneumonia is not always fatal if left untreated. In fact, most cases are viral and will get better on their own. However, all types of pneumonia can be fatal if they are severe enough to prevent adequate exchanges of gasses (oxygen going in and carbon dioxide going out). In addition, bacterial pneumonia can spread to the blood and other organs and cause them to fail.
Can legionnaires disease reoccur?
Yes, Legionnaires' disease can reoccur. This disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by a bacterium known as legionella.
