Pneumonia, the notorious respiratory infection, can be a real buzzkill. It disrupts our lives, drains our energy, and puts our health at risk. But fear not! With a little knowledge and a proactive mindset, we can defend ourselves against this pesky invader. In this article, we will explore five effective prevention strategies that will help you stay ahead of the game and keep pneumonia at…
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Overview
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus that causes infection of the lungs. It is the most common cause of childhood illness and infects most children before age two, though it can also affect adults.
RSV is highly contagious during the first week…
Pneumonia is an acute respiratory form of infection that affects the lungs. It is caused by microorganisms such as bacteria or a virus. The germs (bacteria or virus) allow air sacs in the lungs to be filled with fluid (mucus or phlegm), causing difficulty in breathing with concomitant coughing.
Pneumonia caused by a virus is less intense than when bacteria cause it. Flu-like symptoms (mild…