What are other names for pneumonia?

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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 pneumonia means pneumonia that's not serious enough to keep you in bed.

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Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and has symptoms simliar to cold and flu. Other symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath and chest pain. Pneumonia can be caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi and treatment includes antibiotics. If pneumonia is severe, hospitalization may be required. A pneumonia vaccine is available and recommended as a one-time shot for adults over the age of 65.

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