{"id":804,"date":"2023-03-07T08:10:22","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T08:10:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/?p=804"},"modified":"2023-03-07T08:10:22","modified_gmt":"2023-03-07T08:10:22","slug":"what-is-pneumonia-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/pneumonia-medications\/what-is-pneumonia-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Pneumonia? Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pneumonia is a respiratory condition where a virus, bacteria, or fungal pathogen causes infection and inflammation in the lungs.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>There are two primary forms of pneumonia: community acquired pneumonia (CAP) and hospital acquired pneumonia (HAP).<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Treating pneumonia usually requires supportive therapies such as fluids and, where appropriate, antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>In 2018, around 1.5-million people received a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dotw\/pneumonia\/index.html\">pneumonia diagnosis<\/a> after visiting the emergency room. Pneumonia can arise following exposure to certain pathogens. In some cases, it occurs when someone aspirates bodily fluids during periods of unconsciousness.<b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pneumonia is usually split into two types: community acquired pneumonia (CAP) and hospital acquired pneumonia (HAP). The condition is more severe in very young children, older adults, and immunocompromised patients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people recover from pneumonia, but it can prove fatal and is often preventable. While it&#8217;s not possible to prevent pneumonia, certain vaccines and treatments can reduce its severity and the risk of complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Pneumonia Symptoms<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Classic pneumonia symptoms include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coughing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green or blood-stained sputum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathlessness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiredness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle aches<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very young children may experience less-specific symptoms, such as abdominal pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Pneumonia Causes<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2.jpeg-72.jpg\" alt=\"Lung graphic\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pneumonia is usually caused by a virus or bacteria. In rare cases, there&#8217;s a fungal cause.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Viral Pneumonia<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just under <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9487248\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 percent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of CAP cases have a viral cause. Viruses that can cause pneumonia include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Influenza<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SARS-Cov-2<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adenovirus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chickenpox<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whooping cough<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Bacterial Pneumonia<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/media\/releases\/2015\/p0714-pneumonia-hospitalizations.html#:~:text=The%20researchers%20detected%20viruses%20in,in%2014%20percent%20of%20patients.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14 percent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of pneumonia cases are bacterial. Bacteria that can cause pneumonia include:<\/span><i><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streptococcus pneumoniae<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mycoplasma pneumoniae<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chlamydia pneumoniae<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psittacosis<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legionella pneumophila<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Fungal Pneumonia<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fungal pneumonia is extremely rare in adults who are otherwise healthy. It&#8217;s more likely to affect those who have a low immune system due to AIDS, corticosteroid treatment, or chemotherapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the fungi that can cause pneumonia include:<\/span><i><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pneumocystis jirovecii<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coccidioidomycosis<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Histoplasmosis<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cryptococcus<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Pneumonia Risk Factors<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-809\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3.jpeg-69.jpg\" alt=\"Older man coughing\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all risk factors are modifiable, and certain people are more at risk than others of developing pneumonia. Risk factors for pneumonia include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very young children under the age of five and adults over 65 are more likely to develop pneumonia. Older people are usually at higher risk as the immune system weakens with age.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lifestyle. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking can make it harder for lungs to clear viruses. Heavy alcohol use weakens some of the body&#8217;s defense systems, making CAP more likely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Respiratory disorders. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asthma, COPD, and other respiratory disorders can make pneumonia more likely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Compromised immune system. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain drugs and medical conditions suppress the immune system, making it easier for viruses and bacteria to proliferate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drug use. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IV drug users have a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6041852\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">higher risk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of developing pneumonia and are more likely to be hospitalized if they do.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hospitalization. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hospital stay or recent hospital discharge can make HAP more likely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Neurological disease. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurological diseases such as Parkinson&#8217;s can increase the risk of aspiration pneumonia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chronic diseases. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain chronic diseases can predispose a person to pneumonia, including diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Pneumonia Diagnosis<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-808\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/4.jpeg-34.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor listening to patient breathing\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When diagnosing pneumonia, doctors start by taking a thorough medical history. They&#8217;ll also look for certain signs, including the following:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vital signs. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fever of 105 degrees, a rapid heart rate, and fast breathing are all common with pneumonia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lung sounds. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a stethoscope, doctors listen for lung sounds that indicate pneumonia. In some cases, the sounds they hear can suggest which type of pneumonia is present.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>CURB-65. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdcalc.com\/calc\/324\/curb-65-score-pneumonia-severity\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CURB-65 score<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an assessment tool that indicates whether hospitalization is needed for CAP. It assesses vital signs, consciousness levels, and certain blood markers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blood tests. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood tests can indicate the severity of pneumonia, such as measuring C-reactive protein (CRP). PCR tests can also indicate the type of pneumonia present.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sputum tests. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sputum tests can show the type of pathogen present, which is useful for prescribing specific antibiotics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>X-rays. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">X-rays aren&#8217;t always necessary, but a doctor may request one if the pneumonia appears severe. X-rays are useful for identifying complications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In HAP cases, your provider may need to repeat tests to assess whether the condition is getting better or worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Pneumonia Complications<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-807\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5.jpeg-7.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor showing patient a lung x-ray\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each year, around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wonder.cdc.gov\/controller\/saved\/D158\/D321F254\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40,000 people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who develop pneumonia die, and many who recover develop complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The complications of pneumonia can include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Septic shock. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Septic shock is a condition where a localized infection spreads to the rest of the body. Without rapid treatment, it can prove fatal. Septic shock is fatal for around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jintensivecare.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s40560-018-0335-3#:~:text=Background-,Pneumonia%20complicated%20by%20septic%20shock%20is%20associated%20with%20significant%20morbidity,USA%20%5B1%2C%202%5D.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">51 percent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of those who develop it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kidney failure. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common complication of septic shock is kidney failure. As the kidneys try to cleanse the body of toxins, they may stop working.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lung abscesses. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, a pocket of pus may develop and form an abscess.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pleural effusion. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When pneumonia goes untreated, fluid may gather in the pleura \u2014 the layer of tissue that allows lungs to move freely. When this happens, breathing can feel difficult.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Empyema. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Untreated pneumonia may also result in an empyema, or pockets of pus in the pleura. Empyemas make breathing difficult and painful.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor gas diffusion. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New evidence demonstrates that pneumonia resulting from COVID-19 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7701891\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may make it difficult for gasses to transfer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during breathing. This can result in fatigue.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Respiratory failure. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respiratory failure is a condition where breathing without assistance becomes challenging. It happens when the lungs fill up with too much fluid.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heart failure. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/356\/bmj.j413\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12.7 percent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of people who require hospitalization due to pneumonia may develop heart failure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Pneumonia Treatment<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of treatment used for pneumonia depends on the causative bacteria and how severe it is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment options can include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antipyretics. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-the-counter drugs such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Motrin and Advil), and aspirin can all reduce fevers. Always seek medical advice if you have an underlying condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fluids. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying well-hydrated loosens secretions and makes it easier to bring up phlegm. In hospitals, doctors may use IV fluids.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fluid reduction. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When fluids gather on the lungs, it&#8217;s sometimes necessary for a doctor to aspirate them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antibiotics. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antibiotics are appropriate for bacterial infections. Doctors may use broad-spectrum antibiotics, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/home\/medicine_details\/azithromycin-1-gm-pwd-packet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">azithromycin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/home\/medicine_details\/doxycycline-200-mg-vial\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">doxycycline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antifungals. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antifungals, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/home\/medicine_details\/fluconazole-200-mg-tablet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fluconazole<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, are often prescribed for fungal cases.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antivirals. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most cases of viral pneumonia clear up on their own. However, antivirals, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/mtm\/zanamivir.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">zanamivir<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can reduce the duration of the illness.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Oxygen. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When blood oxygen levels are too low, hospital admission with oxygen therapy may become necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Pneumonia Prevention<br \/>\n<b><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-806\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bidrx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/6.jpeg-6.jpg\" alt=\"Woman working out\" width=\"512\" height=\"343\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A combination of self-care, good hygiene, and preventative vaccines can prevent pneumonia and reduce its severity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Vaccines<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccines can prevent some cases of pneumonia and make it less severe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available vaccines include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b><i>Pneumococcus. <\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pneumococcus <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a common bacteria that causes pneumonia. Children under the age of two, adults over 65, and immunocompromised patients should get the vaccine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Influenza. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A seasonal flu vaccine in September or October can prevent pneumonia or reduce its complications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hib. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine is recommended for all children under the age of five.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Hygiene<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practicing good hygiene is especially important during the winter months due to an increase in diseases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top tips include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hand washing. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash your hands thoroughly after using the bathroom or coming into contact with an infected person. Consider carrying sanitizing gel and using it too.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sneezing. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sneeze into the crook of your elbow to prevent pathogens from spreading.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coughing. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always cover your mouth when coughing and wash your hands afterward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Social distancing. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re aware that someone has a cold, stay away from them until you feel they&#8217;re no longer infectious.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Lifestyle<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making the right lifestyle choices can reduce your risk of many illnesses, including pneumonia.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy habits include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exercise. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can boost your immunity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthy eating. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat a healthy and balanced diet to keep your immune system strong.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Quit smoking. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting smoking and vaping will make it easier for your lungs to clear pathogens.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduce or eliminate alcohol. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid drinking too much alcohol to keep your immune system healthy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there is no quick fix for pneumonia, following these common-sense prevention tips can help you avoid it. 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