Pneumonia is caused by the inhalation of infected microorganisms (tiny, single-celled living organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or protozoa) spread through contact with an infected person. The microorganisms enter the body through the mouth, nose and eyes. If the body's resistance is down, the natural process of fighting off diseases is weakened and the microorganisms are free to spread into the lungs and the lungs'...
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PreventionThe best way to prevent serious respiratory infections such as pneumonia is to avoid sick people (if possible), and to practice good... Read more »
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PrognosisBetween 5 and 10 million people get pneumonia in the United States each year, and more than 1 million people are hospitalized due to the... Read more »
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Blood clots are clumps that occur when blood hardens from a liquid to a solid. A blood clot that forms inside a blood vessel or within the heart... Read more »
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Walking pneumonia; Chlamydophila pneumoniae; Community-acquired pneumonia - atypical TreatmentTake these steps at home:Control your fever with... Read more »