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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Mycoplasma Pneumonia In Children

Health Encyclopedia: Mycoplasma Pneumonia

Definition

Mycoplasma pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae (M. pneumoniae).


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

M. pneumoniae is a common cause of mild pneumonia that usually affects people younger than 40. Various studies suggest that it causes 15-50% of all pneumonia in adults and an even higher percentage of pneumonia in school-aged children.

People at highest risk for mycoplasma pneumonia include those living or working in cr...

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