Pneumonia; causes, symptoms, risk factors and treatment class 12 in Pashto| MDCAT 2nd year Biology

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Pneumonia is a serious infectious disease that inflames the air sacs in the lungs, filling them with fluid and making it difficult to breathe. Here are some key details about pneumonia:

*Causes:*

- Bacteria (most common cause): Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Viruses: Influenza, Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Adenovirus
- Fungi: Pneumocystis jirovecii (PCP)

*Symptoms:*

- Cough (may produce yellow or green mucus)
- Fever (may be high)
- Chills
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Chest pain that worsens with deep breathing or coughing
- Fatigue
- Confusion (especially in older adults)

*Types:*

- Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP): Caught outside of hospitals or healthcare facilities
- Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP): Developed in hospitals or healthcare facilities
- Aspiration pneumonia: Occurs when food, liquids, or other foreign substances are inhaled into the lungs
- Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP): A fungal infection that affects people with weakened immune systems (e.g., HIV/AIDS)

*Diagnosis:*

- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Blood tests (e.g., complete blood count, blood cultures)
- Sputum analysis (if possible)
- Pulse oximetry (to measure oxygen levels)

*Treatment:*

- Antibiotics (for bacterial pneumonia)
- Antiviral medications (for viral pneumonia)
- Antifungal medications (for fungal pneumonia)
- Supportive care:
- Oxygen therapy
- Pain management
- Fluid and electrolyte replacement
- Rest

*Complications:*

- Respiratory failure
- Sepsis
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
- Pleurisy (inflammation of the lining surrounding the lungs)
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)

*Prevention:*

- Vaccinations (e.g., pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, influenza vaccine)
- Good hygiene practices (e.g., handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals)
- Avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle (e.g., regular exercise, balanced diet)
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