What Is Pneumonia?
Bacterial Pneumonia
Mycoplasma Pneumonia
be caused by Chlamydophila
pneumonia or Legionella
adults.
pneumophila. Pneumocystis
on:
immune-compromised individuals.
your age
Viral Pneumonia
by various fungi.
symptoms:
labored breathing
Pneumonia?
rapid heartbeat
include:
pneumonia.
chest pain
shaking chills
fever
dry cough
wheezing
muscle aches
nausea
vomiting
rapid breathing
rapid heartbeat
difficulty breathing
Diagnostic Tests
activities?
Other Tests
The following are additional tests that may
vaccinations or illnesses?
be required:
of your chest.
of the blood.
Physical Exam
taking?
be treated at home.
General Treatment
The typical treatment plan for pneumonia
includes taking all prescribed medications
and participating in follow-up care. A chest
X-ray may be ordered to make sure your
pneumonia has been successfully treated.
treatment.
pneumonia.