KNOW ABOUT PNEUMONIA.
What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungus. You can become infected if you come in contact with someone who is sick. You can get pneumonia if you recently had surgery or needed a ventilator to help you breathe. Pneumonia can also be caused by accidentally inhaling saliva or small pieces of food. Pneumonia may cause mild symptoms, or it can be severe and life-threatening. What increases my risk for pneumonia? 1.A cold or the flu 2.Health conditions, such as heart or lung disease 3.A weakened immune system caused by HIV, cancer, or steroid use 4.Recent hospitalization 5.Smoking 6.Excess alcohol use 6.Older age What are the signs and symptoms of pneumonia? 1.Fever or chills 2.Cough 3.Shortness of breath or rapid breathing 4.Chest pain when you cough or breathe deeply 5.Headache 6.Vomiting 7.Fatigue or confusion Blood and urine tests may show signs of an infection or the b...