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Care Of Pneumonia
Pneumonia - viral; "Walking pneumonia" - viral
Treatment
Antibiotics do not treat viral pneumonia. Medication only works against influenza pneumonia. These medications are called antivirals.
Treatment may also involve:
- Increased fluids
- Oxygen
- Use of humidified air
A hospital stay may be necessary to prevent
You are more likely to be admitted to the hospital if you:
- Are older than 65 years or a young child
- Are unable to...
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