Pneumonia: Everything You Need To Know

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction
1:00 Types and causes of Pneumonia
1:11 Types of germs
1:28 Viruses
1;44 Fungi
1:58 Mycoplasma
2:12 Types by location
2:46 Types by how the bacteria was acquired
3:48 Symptoms of Pneumonia
4:10 Diagnosis and treatment of Pneumonia
4:48 Treatment for Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung primarily affecting the small air sacs known as alveoli.[3][14] Symptoms typically include some combination of productive or dry cough, chest pain, fever, and difficulty breathing.[15] The severity of the condition is variable.[15]

Pneumonia is usually caused by infection with viruses or bacteria, and less commonly by other microorganisms.[a] Identifying the responsible pathogen can be difficult. Diagnosis is often based on symptoms and physical examination.[8] Chest X-rays, blood tests, and culture of the sputum may help confirm the diagnosis.[8] The disease may be classified by where it was acquired, such as community- or hospital-acquired or healthcare-associated pneumonia.[18]

Risk factors for pneumonia include cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sickle cell disease, asthma, diabetes, heart failure, a history of smoking, a poor ability to cough (such as following a stroke), and a weak immune system.[5][7]

Vaccines to prevent certain types of pneumonia (such as those caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria, linked to influenza, or linked to COVID-19) are available.[10] Other methods of prevention include hand washing to prevent infection, not smoking, and social distancing.[10]

Treatment depends on the underlying cause.[19] Pneumonia believed to be due to bacteria is treated with antibiotics.[11] If the pneumonia is severe, the affected person is generally hospitalized.[19] Oxygen therapy may be used if oxygen levels are low.[11]

Each year, pneumonia affects about 450 million people globally (7% of the population) and results in about 4 million deaths.[12][13] With the introduction of antibiotics and vaccines in the 20th century, survival has greatly improved.[12] Nevertheless, pneumonia remains a leading cause of death in developing countries, and also among the very old, the very young, and the chronically ill.[12][20] Pneumonia often shortens the period of suffering among those already close to death and has thus been called "the old man's friend".[21]

[baronghede]

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[chelseahowley]

I just got out of the hospital for Septic Viral Pneumonia. Worst sickness I've ever had in my life. I'll need breathing treatments for the rest of my life, but I'm thankful I'm alive 😅

[DrKevinLowe]

Very clear and concise information on pneumonia. I enjoyed it. Thank you.

[Loserkid]

Was just diagnosed today, its my first time having it . i was given two different antibiotics to take twice a day .

[kaustubhraut]

Thanks a lot for educating me on this subject

[alexandertanudjaja]

Last time i got pneumonia it was 4, 7 litre of mucus.
17 days in hospital
Iam lucky to be alive though

[megaelijahfanxrocks]

I experience pneumonia when i was 13, but im lucky i survived

[frvr.hannahlia]

Thank you, My doctor just told me i have pneumonia and i don't know what is it

[tolemchang]

Can pneumonia be cure for elder cos mi dad av it and little improve of cough, but av temperature when cough so its ok while antibiotics at home!

[sturzkampfflugzueg]

I have asthma and alot of people I've been around recently have it, so I'm pretty scared

[marilyncalvert]

My daughter just went to an urgent care for her throat. It turns out the nurse tells her she has bacterial pneumonia . I’m far from stupid when it comes to medical diagnosis and I’ve actually been able to diagnose before swabs and such. Bacterial pneumonia is contagious. Tell me how the hell is it a nurse tells her she has bacterial pneumonia and a doctor comes in and says it’s not contagious? I voiced my concern because I’m over 65 and have a compromised immune system and my son who is suppose to visit for the weekend and if I get it I’m as good as dead. I made it through the Covid without getting it and I was very concerned with cleaning. Do I just told them to add some bleach to hot water washing dishes and clean the toilet and sink each time after she uses the bathroom and to spray Lysol in the house. No kids in her bedroom for 48 hours after she starts taking the medicine.

[fayzaan]

My grandpa died because of this disease

[heavenclampitt]

I am dizzy and have a bad cough and have a runny nose

[gregorynesmith]

You ain't gonna believe me but guess what???

[gregorynesmith]

That's the vents shit that killed ELVIS!!!

[gregorynesmith]

Excuse me exactly the same shit that killed ELVIS