Pneumonia? What is this? What causes this problem? Is it curable? What are the signs and symptoms? How can homeopathy help you? All of this and more answered, in this post and of course our doctors always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form down below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!
What is pneumonia?
-An infection of one or both lungs which is caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi In this condition the air sacs may fill with fluid or pus (purulent material), which causing:
-Cough with phlegm or pus,
-Fever
-Chills
-Difficulty breathing
What are the causes of pneumonia?
-Infected person droplets enter the air with these germs coughs or sneezes.
-People aspirate secretions from the throat, mouth or nose.
-Weak immune system patients.
-Various chemical.
-The most common pneumonia-causing bacteria in adults is Streptococcus pneumococcus.
What are the Risk factors?
-Smoking.
-Abuse of alcohol.
-Other medical conditions, such as
–chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),
–Emphysema
–Asthma
–HIV/AIDS.
-A weak immune system.
-Taking medicines for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
-Recent hospitalization.
Which age group is affected due to this?
Mostly the age less than 1 year or more than 65 years are more affected and both sexes are affected equally.
What are the types of pneumonia?
-Lobar pneumonia.
-Lobular pneumonia.
-Bacterial pneumonia.
-Viral pneumonia.
-Mycoplasma pneumonia.
What are the early signs and symptoms of pneumonia?
-Cough
-Fever
-Chills
-Mucus
-Rapid heartbeat
-Chest pain
-Rapid breathing
-Shortness of breath
-Nausea
-Vomiting
-Fatigue
-Weakness
-Headache
-Delirium
-Diarrhea
-Sweating
-Muscle pain
How to treat the case of pneumonia?
-Antibiotics.
-Cough Suppressant.
What is the prognosis of pneumonia?
It depends upon the person to person.
Prognosis is good with early diagnosis and treatment.
What are the complications?
-Pleural Effusion
-Endocarditis
-Bacteremia
-Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure
-Acute respiratory distress syndrome
-Respiratory failure
What is the differential diagnosis of pneumonia?
-Asthma
-Bronchitis
-Bronchiectasis
-COPD
-Lung abscess
-Respiratory failure
Is pneumonia serious?
Yes, in some cases like bacterial pneumonia is usually more serious as it causes more severe symptoms.
What are the stages of pneumonia?
There are four stages. These are:
-Congestion Stage
-Red Hepatization
-Gray Hepatization
-Resolution
Can homeopathic medicines help in case of pneumonia?
Yes, homeopathic medicines can help in case of pneumonia. Some homeopathic medicines are:
-Belladonna
-Aconite
-Kali – Carb
-Rhus – Tox
-Phosphorus
For more information, you can visit lung.org and Wikipedia.
