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Symptoms

What are the signs of pneumonia that
indicate the need for treatment?

Do not ignore even the mild symptoms of lung infection as it may progress to cause moderate to severe symptoms. Reach out for a lungs infection treatment in Coimbatore, for effective chest infection treatment, in case you experience the following symptoms:

Cough with mucus:

A persistent cough with mucus or phlegm is often one of the common symptoms and the mucus may also be discolored.

Chest pain:

Sharp or stabbing chest pain, which often worsens when breathing deeply or coughing, can be a sign of pneumonia.

Chills and fever:

A high fever, often accompanied by chills and sweating, is another common symptom of pneumonia, indicating an infection in the lungs.

Bluish skin or lips:

In severe cases, a lack of oxygen in the blood may cause the skin, lips, or nails to take on a bluish tint, indicating respiratory distress.

risk factors

What are the risk factors for developing pneumonia?

Here are the common risk factors that may be responsible for developing pneumonia:

Environmental factors

Long term exposure to pollution can weaken the lung function and increase the risk.

Smoking

Smoking can damage the lungs and make it vulnerable to develop pneumonia.

Weakened immune system

Certain conditions and medications weaken the immune system leading to infections.

Chronic health conditions

People with conditions like asthma are at an increased risk of pneumonia.

diagnostic procedures

How does the doctor diagnose lung infection and pneumonia?

There are several methods to diagnose pneumonia and lung infection. Some of them are:

Physical evaluation

The doctor comprehensively examines the patient for the physical symptoms and medical history.

Imaging Techniques

The doctor may also recommend imaging tests, such as X-rays and chest CT scans, for diagnosing lung infection.

Laboratory tests

The doctor may also ask the patient to undergo blood tests, throat swabs, and mucus testing to determine the presence of infection.

Sputum analysis

A sample of sputum is taken from the lungs to examine and pinpoint the root cause of infection.

TREATMENT IN Sri Ramakrishna Hospital

What are the treatment options available for lung infection and pneumonia?

The treatment of pneumonia and lung infection depends upon the severity of the disease and the age of the patient. Some of the treatment options include:

Medications

The doctor prescribes certain medicines for lung infection treatment. These medicines include antibiotics, pain relievers, and cough medicines. Antibiotics help while other drugs help in managing the symptoms. For viral pneumonia treatment, your doctor may prescribe antiviral medications. Your doctor may also prescribe antifungal medicines for fungal lung infection treatment.

Hospitalization

When a lung infection becomes severe, the doctor may advise the patient for hospitalization. The doctor may recommend hospitalization in a pneumonia hospital if you have a systolic blood pressure below 90 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure below 60 mm Hg, and a decline in kidney function.

Care at home

Taking good care of your symptoms at home may also speed up your recovery and reduce the risk of complications. Take your medicines strictly as prescribed by the doctor. Take adequate rest and avoid going to offices or school until you have a full recovery. Stay hydrated as it may help in loosening mucus.

FAQs

These are the most commonly asked questions about pneumonia treatment. If you have any other questions, please Get in touch

If not treated adequately, lung infection may progress and result in complications. You may have an accumulation of pus beside the lungs resulting in sepsis. The other complications include lung abscess, pleural effusions, and in rare cases, respiratory failure.

There are several causes of lung infection and pneumonia. Some of them include bacteria, viruses, fungus, and bacteria-like organisms, such as mycoplasmas. You may also have aspiration pneumonia (because of inhaling food, saliva, or drinks) or hospital-acquired pneumonia.

Length of recovery depends upon the severity of your condition, type of clinical care, self-care, and response to treatment. The complete recovery may take one week to one month.

Mild cases of pneumonia usually do not require treatment. However, you should consult a doctor to determine the severity of the disease. The doctor may prescribe medicine for chest infection cough treatment.

The progression of pneumonia occurs through several stages. These are congestion (lung swelling), red hepatization (dry lungs), grey hepatization (fluid-like exudate), and resolution (recovery).

The pneumonia treatment cost alters based on the patient’s comorbidities, diagnostic tests, medications, and hospital stay. Consult our pulmonologists for more details.

Pneumonia is one of the lung infections that causes symptoms like high fever, chest pain, and breathing illness, this condition needs immediate medical intervention. While, the common cold is a mild viral infection disturbing the upper respiratory tract, causing symptoms such as runny nose, cough, and sore throat.

The direct exposure to rain and cold weather does not cause pneumonia, but the infection is caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Also, the cold weather will weaken the immune system and make you more susceptible to respiratory infections. It’s recommended to stay warm in cold weather to maintain your health condition.

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