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Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lung(s) caused by infection. The three main causes are fungi, bacteria and viruses. All questions concerning symptoms, causes and treatments can be found here.
762 Questions
Is it safe to get pneumonia vaccine if your age is over 70?
Yes, in fact, it is recommended for people age 65 and over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The risk of serious illness or death from the pneumococcal bacteria that the vaccine helps to prevent in that age group is much higher than the risk of any problems with the vaccination (very low occurrence rates).
See the CDC link in the related links section below for more about the vaccine and administration guidelines from the CDC.
What over-the-counter drugs can you take for walking pneumonia?
Pneumonia is a very serious condition that should be treated by a physician. If you don't want to do that, you may treat the symptoms by taking pain relievers, cough syrup, and decongestants such as Mucinex, but you are putting yourself at risk of getting seriously ill. See a doctor if at all possible.
Sounds like she might be dehydrated to me.
Pneumonia is an infection or inflammatory response in the respiratory system. The lung is where the most signs of pneumonia can be seen in an individual with this condition. Pneumonia is most commonly caused by viruses, bacteria, and irritants, although there are other causes of pneumonia that are less common, such as fungal infections and chemical or smoke inhalation, etc.
The transforming factor that alters pneumonia?
The "transforming factor" that alters pneumonia bacteria was found to be DNA by the scientist Fredrick Griffiths.
Is it possible to get pneumonia when you've already had walking pheunmonia?
Yes, indeed. "Pneumonia" is a generic term referring broadly to any infection of the lung. Just because a person got over an infection by one kind of bacteria doesn't mean a different species can't invade later.
Pneumonia is a bacteria or virus?
Pneumonia is an inflammation or infection of the lungs most commonly caused by a bacteria or virus. Pneumonia can also be caused by inhaling vomit or other foreign substances.
Does ventilator associated pneumonia require hospitalization?
Ventilator associated pneumonia does require a person to be hospitalized. The ventilator is a large, expensive machine that requires medical professionals to use the machine.
What arer the side effects for pneumonia?
they can be subtle but often happen after a cold or bronchitis but this is not always the case. Periods of inactivity and surgery can be the catalyst. Fatigue, poor appetite ,fever maybe,shortness of breath or weakness, cough, chest pain, dizziness or weakness.
side effects are a tendency to have problems with your lungs in general..if treated completely then really there are no side effects
Who had a hit with rockin pneumonia in 1967?
Johnny Rivers, but it was in 1972.
Or it could have been
Huey "Piano" Smith & The Clowns
What are the risk factors for pneumonia?
In addition to exposure to sufficient quantities of causative organisms, certain conditions may make an individual more likely to become ill with pneumonia.
What can cause low red blood cell count in pneumonia?
The disporia or disportion of farmia, a cell based substance that has a high protein count.
Can a person get pneumonia every year?
Im 15 (nearing 16) and since i got RSV when i was young ive gotten pneumonia every year.
What are the treatments for pneumonia?
Pneumonia is treated with antibiotics. Often people will also receive bronchodilators to loosen and expectorate phlegm. They may get cough syrup, and something for fever. Lots of fluids will help loosen the phlegm too.
Should you take the pneumonia vaccine if you are allergic to saccharin?
Yes, in fact I did and I have an intolerance to saccharin. I had no reaction.
Can Klebsiella pneumoniae grow on Mannitol salt agar?
No, K. pneumoniae will not grow on Mannitol Salt Agar- gram negative organisms cannot grow on MSA, and K. pneumoniae is gram negative.
Do cucumbers help colds and the flu?
I was just advised by my Doctor to eat cucumber to help my viral infection/flu. Apparently it helps balance the acidity/oxygen in the blood, rehydrates the body and provides nutrition that is easy to digest for those flus that make us not want to eat anything.
Is it safe to fly with walking pneumonia?
Flying with walking pneumonia can cause complications with other passengers. The walking pneumonia can be contagious. Also, flying high and for an extended amount of time eliminates a way to receive medical treatment or relief if needed.
