Diseases
pulmonary infections
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Overview
Pulmonary infections are one of the most significant causes of morbidity and mortality in immunocompromised children. Regardless of the immunodeficiency cause, the most common complications are infections caused by bacterial, viral or opportunistic pathogens
Symptoms
- shortness of breath
- fever
- sweating and shaking chills
- rapid, shallow breathing
- sharp or stabbing chest pain that gets worse when you breathe deeply or cough.
Causes
- some of these infections are caused by viruses or other conditions, such as pneumonia, while others, like copd, are primarily linked to environmental/lifestyle factors like smoking.
Risk factors
- exposure to tobacco smoke.
- people with asthma.
- occupational exposure to dusts and chemicals.
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
- a blood oxygen test
- sputum tests.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is pulmonary infections?
Pulmonary infections are one of the most significant causes of morbidity and mortality in immunocompromised children. Regardless of the immunodeficiency cause, the most common complications are infections caused by bacterial, viral or opportunistic pathogens
What are the symptoms of pulmonary infections?
shortness of breath, fever, sweating and shaking chills, rapid, shallow breathing, sharp or stabbing chest pain that gets worse when you breathe deeply or cough.
What causes pulmonary infections?
some of these infections are caused by viruses or other conditions, such as pneumonia, while others, like copd, are primarily linked to environmental/lifestyle factors like smoking.
Which medicines are used for pulmonary infections?
ceftazidime
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