What symptoms of pneumonia should I look for in my child?

James Fortenberry on behalf of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Pediatrics

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

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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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