Pneumonia
Expert diagnosis and treatment for all types of pneumonia with personalized respiratory care
What is Pneumonia?
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.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide, accounting for approximately 14% of all deaths of children under 5 years old.
Types of pneumonia:
Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Pneumonia acquired outside of healthcare settings.
Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (HAP)
Develops during hospital stay, often more serious.
Aspiration Pneumonia
Caused by inhaling food, liquid, or vomit into the lungs.
Causes & Risk Factors
Common Causes
- Bacterial: Streptococcus pneumoniae, H. influenzae
- Viral: Influenza, RSV, COVID-19
- Fungal: More common in immunocompromised
Risk Factors
- Age under 2 or over 65 years
- Chronic lung disease (COPD, asthma)
- Smoking and alcohol use
- Weakened immune system
- Recent respiratory infection
Common Symptoms
Persistent Cough
Cough that produces green, yellow, or bloody mucus
High Fever
Fever often over 100.4°F (38°C)
Shortness of Breath
Difficulty breathing, rapid breathing
Chest Pain
Sharp chest pain that worsens with coughing
When to Seek Emergency Care
🚨 Seek emergency care if you experience:
- Difficulty breathing or severe shortness of breath
- Chest pain or rapid heartbeat
- Confusion or changes in mental awareness
- Coughing up blood
- Blue-tinged lips or fingernails
Diagnosis
- Chest X-Ray: Gold standard for diagnosis
- Blood Tests: CBC, blood cultures
- Sputum Test: Analysis of mucus
- Pulse Oximetry: Measures oxygen levels
- CT Scan: For complicated cases
Treatment Options
Treatment by Type
Bacterial Pneumonia
Treated with antibiotics. Improvement usually seen within 24-48 hours.
Viral Pneumonia
Treatment focuses on rest, hydration, fever management.
Supportive Care & Recovery Tips
- Get plenty of rest
- Stay hydrated with water, warm tea
- Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air
- Take medications exactly as prescribed
- Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Prevention
Vaccinations
- Pneumococcal vaccines (PCV13, PPSV23)
- Annual flu vaccine
- COVID-19 vaccine
- Hib vaccine
Healthy Habits
- Wash hands frequently
- Cover mouth when coughing or sneezing
- Don't smoke
- Manage chronic conditions
Recovery Timeline
Days for fever to resolve
Weeks for fatigue to improve
Weeks for cough to resolve
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Specialized in pneumonia care
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Quick identification of cause
Targeted Treatment
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