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Symptoms of pneumonia vary in type and severity. In some cases, pneumonia produces mild symptoms and may go unnoticed or be mistaken for severe >> << or (flu). Elderly and other adults at high risk often show less obvious symptoms. Pneumonia can be

life threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Pneumonia symptoms can appear suddenly or develop gradually over time. In general, the symptoms depend on the patient's age, overall health of the patient and the type of pneumonia. Breathing problems such as shortness of breath or painful Chills inhalation

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shaking cough, which may lead to mucus (phlegm or sputum), which is thin and clear, and thick, yellow, green, or bloody

fatigue, tiredness, weakness, confusion

Rapid, shallow breathing or shortness

complications of pneumonia include scarring of lung tissue, which may have long term consequences for easy implementation. Severe pneumonia can also cause permanent weakening of the respiratory tract, called bronchiectasis. Bacterial pneumonia can spread to (known as blood poisoning or septicemia) that can cause infection in other organs throughout the body. possible complication of some types of pneumonia. Women who are pregnant, pneumonia and pregnancy related complications associated with placenta. In cheap strattera many cases, pneumonia can be detected when a doctor or other healthcare provider listens to the lungs

stethoscope. In patients with pneumonia, bubble, crash, rumble, and sounds can be heard. During physical examination, patient pulse, blood pressure and respiratory rate (breaths per minute) measured the level of oxygen in the blood can be tested using a simple device that closely at the patient fingers. The doctor may also ask questions about medical history of patients to assess how he or she is at high risk and to determine if hospitalization may be required. Diagnosis also includes determining the type of organism that causes pneumonia. A blood test may be performed to determine the bacteria or virus is causing. X-ray of the chest confirms the diagnosis of pneumonia and lung lesions showing a zone or lungs. If X-rays are not conclusive, >> << (computed tomography) may be needed. This test gives a better picture using a computer. In some cases, admittedly, in patients with pneumonia in the hospital. Careful diagnosis or help required hospitalization or home care is adequate. .