Pneumonia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 13, 2020 · Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus (purulent material), causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing. A variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, can cause pneumonia.
Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
WEBPneumonia is an infection in your lungs caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi. Pneumonia causes your lung tissue to swell (inflammation) and can cause fluid or pus in your lungs. Bacterial pneumonia is usually more severe than viral pneumonia, which often resolves on its own. Pneumonia can affect one or both lungs.
Pneumonia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - WebMD
WEBApr 28, 2024 · 10 min read. What Is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a lung infection that can range from mild to so serious that you have to go to the hospital. It happens when an infection causes air sacs in...
Pneumonia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and More - Healthline
WEBFeb 8, 2023 · Pneumonia is an infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It leads to inflammation in the air sacs of one or both lungs. These sacs, called alveoli, fill with fluid or pus, making it...
Pneumonia - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 13, 2020 · Treatment for pneumonia involves curing the infection and preventing complications. People who have community-acquired pneumonia usually can be treated at home with medication. Although most symptoms ease in a few days or weeks, the feeling of tiredness can persist for a month or more.
Pneumonia - Wikipedia
WEBPneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung primarily affecting the small air sacs known as alveoli. Symptoms typically include some combination of productive or dry cough, chest pain, fever, and difficulty breathing. The severity of the condition is variable.
Pneumonia | Pneumonia | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and …
WEBPneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can cause mild to severe illness in people of all ages. Immunizations can prevent some types of pneumonia. You can also help prevent pneumonia and other respiratory infections by following good hygiene practices. Causes of Pneumonia. Risk Factors for Pneumonia. Management and Prevention …
Pneumonia | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBPneumonia is an infection of one or both of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It is a serious infection in which the air sacs fill with pus and other liquid. Lobar pneumonia affects one or more sections (lobes) of the lungs. Bronchial pneumonia (also known as bronchopneumonia) affects patches throughout both lungs.
Overview of Pneumonia - Pulmonary Disorders - The Merck …
WEBPneumonia is acute inflammation of the lungs caused by infection. Initial diagnosis is usually based on chest x-ray and clinical findings.
Pneumonia | Pneumonia Symptoms | Signs of Pneumonia
WEBDec 8, 2023 · Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of your lungs. It causes the air sacs of your lungs to fill up with fluid or pus. Pneumonia can range from mild to severe, depending on what caused it, your age, and your overall health. What causes pneumonia? Bacterial, viral, and fungal infections can cause pneumonia. Bacteria are the most …
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