Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs, which may fill with fluid or pus. It can affect people of all ages, especially young children, older adults and people with weak immune systems.
5 important symptoms of pneumonia:
1. Persistent Cough: A cough that does not go away, sometimes producing yellow, green or blood-stained mucus, can be a warning sign.
2. High Fever and Chills: Pneumonia may cause fever, sweating, chills and shivering as the body fights the infection.
3. Difficulty Breathing: Shortness of breath, rapid breathing or feeling breathless even during simple activities can indicate a lung infection.
4. Chest Pain: Sharp chest pain that becomes worse while coughing or taking a deep breath may be a symptom of pneumonia.
5. Extreme Tiredness and Weakness: Unusual fatigue, low energy, loss of appetite and body weakness can also occur.
Important warning: If you experience severe breathing difficulty, bluish lips or skin, chest pain or confusion, seek urgent medical attention. Do not self-diagnose based on symptoms alone. CDC+2
About World Pneumonia Day: It is observed every year on November 12 to raise awareness about pneumonia prevention, early diagnosis and treatment. Time and Date+1
