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What is pheunomia?
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Symptoms often include cough, fever, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. Treatment usually involves antibiotics for bacterial pneumonia, rest, and supportive care.
What is kennel cough?
Kennel cough is the lay term for an upper respiratory infection caused by Bordetella bacteria. The infection causes a characteristic dry cough in dogs, and is often seen in dogs after they return home from a stay in the kennel - hence the name "kennel cough". Treatment consists of antibiotics for a couple of weeks to kill the bacteria. An effective vaccine is now available and is typically required by kennels before your dog can be boarded there.
What are the different kinds of cough and how can they be distinguished from one another?
There are two main types of cough: dry cough and productive cough. A dry cough is usually caused by irritation or inflammation in the throat and does not produce mucus. A productive cough, on the other hand, produces mucus or phlegm and is often a sign of an infection or illness. Dry coughs are often described as tickly or hacking, while productive coughs are characterized by the presence of mucus. By paying attention to the presence of mucus and the sound of the cough, you can distinguish between the two types.
What virus and bacterias are likely?
Virus or bacteria? The flu (influenza) and colds (upper respiratory infections) are caused by viruses for which there is no special treatment.On the other hand, bacterial infections such as strep throat or an ear infection can be treated with antibiotics prescribed by a physician.These general guidelines can help you determine if you have a viral or bacterial infection: Symptom VirusBacteria runny nose often rare achy muscles usual rare headache often rare dizzy often rare fever often often cough often sometimes dry cough often rare raising sputum often often hoarseness often rare Do antibiotic prescriptions help? no yes Virus or bacteria? The flu (influenza) and colds (upper respiratory infections) are caused by viruses for which there is no special treatment.On the other hand, bacterial infections such as strep throat or an ear infection can be treated with antibiotics prescribed by a physician.These general guidelines can help you determine if you have a viral or bacterial infection: Symptom VirusBacteria runny nose often rare achy muscles usual rare headache often rare dizzy often rare fever often often cough often sometimes dry cough often rare raising sputum often often hoarseness often rare Do antibiotic prescriptions help? no yes
How do people contract whooping cough?
its an infection of the lining of the airways. It mainly affects the windpipe and the two airways that branch off from it to the lungs ,The condition can be unpleasant. It's known as whooping cough because the main symptom is a hacking cough, which is often followed by a sharp intake of breath that sounds like a 'whoop'.
Can you tell me something about asthma symptoms?
Shortness of breath, wheezing, and a persistent cough are just some of the symptoms of asthma in adults. Often tightness in the chest is another indication of asthma.
When to Undergo a Chest MRI?
Common conditions like the flu or a cold do not often require a chest MRI. However, when a person suffers from a deep cough or blood sputum, his or her doctor might order this test to find out from what infection the patient suffers. An MRI can detect lung conditions like pneumonia and pulmonary fibrosis. If the patient's condition is not terminal or too advanced, the patient's pulmonary doctor may be able to prescribe antibiotics.
Could a lot of coughing lead to asthma in my child?
Coughs in children are a common thing. Usually, it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection like a cold or flu. However, it could be a sign of bronchiolitis, whooping cough, asthma and pneumonia. So if there is a persistent cough you should get it checked.
What is iophen-c-nr liquid qua?
Iophen-C-NR Liquid is a medication that contains guaifenesin and codeine. Guaifenesin helps loosen mucus in the lungs, while codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. This combination is often used to treat cough and chest congestion.
Pus in the chest?
Pus in the chest can be a sign of infection in the lungs or pleural space, often caused by conditions like pneumonia or an empyema. It is important to seek medical attention promptly if you suspect pus in your chest, as these infections can be serious and require treatment with antibiotics or drainage procedures.
What in lingular pneumonia?
it is a bacterial infection of the upper left lung. it can be diagnosed by clinical symptoms (productive cough, upper abdominal pain, abnormal lung sounds like crackling and creaking, rapid breathing, and/or fever.) When available, it is chest x-rays are used for more definitive diagnosis. Primary treatment is antibiotics. Expectorants and cough suppressants (cough syrups or Mucinex) and analgesics (Tylenol, Motrin) are often secondary treatments. Pneumonia usually resolves after treatment without complications in people of good health who are neither very young or very old.
What is the bronchial tube infection called?
A bronchial tube infection is commonly referred to as bronchitis. It can be acute or chronic and is often characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes leading to symptoms such as coughing, chest discomfort, and difficulty breathing.
