Pneumonia

Call 911 or your local ambulance service right away if your child: Is so tired and weak that he hardly responds to you Is working very hard to breathe or finds it hard to take a breath Grunts when he breathes Has a blue or dark purple color to the nail... Full Answer

Pneumonia can go by some other names. Doctors sometimes use the terms pneumonitis or bronchopneumonia. Nosocomial pneumonia means pneumonia acquired while in the hospital for another reason. Double pneumonia means pneumonia in both lung lobes. Walking... Full Answer

The side effects of the pneumonia vaccine include fever, rash, soreness at the injection site, pain at the injection site, allergic reactions. If you have any signs of severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the lips or tongue, difficulty... Full Answer

Your child may have one or more of the following symptoms: Fever and chills Chest or stomach pain Trouble or pain with breathing Fast breathing Not feeling hungry Vomiting Weakness or tired feeling Cough Full Answer

Today there are many types of antibiotics available to treat pneumonia. Most children improve quickly over a few days. However, the cough may last for a week or longer. Your child’s doctor will talk with you about specific care for your child. Some... Full Answer

Recovering from pneumonia can take a long time. Some people recover quickly and can get back to their usual routine in a week or so. Most people are sick for longer, often for up to four weeks. Even after you feel better and no longer need to stay in... Full Answer

Having another illness can have a big impact on pneumonia. People with chronic health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, weakened immunity, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are more likely to get pneumonia. They are also more likely... Full Answer

Bacterial pneumonia can usually be cured by taking antibiotic drugs. Viral pneumonia, like the common cold, can't be cured. Although antiviral drugs may help some patients, most people with viral pneumonia get better on their own. Full Answer

Treatment options for pneumonia depend on what sort you have. For most people, pneumonia can be treated at home, but if you have a severe case or if you experience an aggravated case due to other medical concerns, you may need to be hospitalized. For... Full Answer