Is Viral Pneumonia Contagious?
Viral pneumonia is inflammation (irritation and swelling) of the lungs due to infection with a virus.
See also:
Atypical pneumonia Influenza Respiratory syncytial virus
Alternative Names
Pneumonia - viral; "Walking pneumonia" - viral
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Viral
Viral pneumonia is most often caused by one of several viruses:
- Adenovirus
- Influenza
- Parainf...
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