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Can You Die From Pneumonia?
Anaerobic pneumonia; Aspiration of vomitus; Necrotizing pneumonia; Aspiration pneumonitis
Treatment
Some people may need to be hospitalized. Treatment depends on the severity of the
The type of bacteria that caused the pneumonia depends on:
- Your health
- Where you live (at home or in a long-term nursing facility,...
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Hospital-acquired pneumonia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Pneumonia: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Pneumonia: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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