{"id":59841,"date":"2019-12-17T20:37:08","date_gmt":"2019-12-18T01:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/?p=59841"},"modified":"2020-01-24T20:08:09","modified_gmt":"2020-01-25T01:08:09","slug":"symptoms-of-pneumonia-t2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/symptoms-of-pneumonia-t2\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Symptoms Of Pneumonia"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Pneumonia is described as an infection of the lungs where the air sacs, or alveoli as they are otherwise known, end up filling up with pus or fluid. Cases of pneumonia can be considered either mild enough to handle at home with medication, or so severe that you\u2019ll need to go to the hospital. This type of infection can attack anyone regardless of age, but statistics show that \u2018infants younger than 2 and people over age 65 are at higher risk\u2019 because their immune systems are weaker than others.<\/h6>\n
Pneumonia is caused by fungus infections, bacteria, viruses, and in very rare cases, parasites. More often than not, it\u2019s also highly contagious and easily transmitted to others. And while patients can also get pneumonia in either one or both lungs, the manifestations are basically the same for most. In fact, some people get it and don\u2019t even know that they have it. Some might think they just have a cough or others might think that they\u2019re just a bit breathless and tired, when in fact, they are already sick. These signs can also vary depending on what kind of issue is causing the pneumonia, a person\u2019s age, and their overall health.<\/h6>\n
If you want to know more about this disease, here are 13 symptoms of pneumonia.<\/strong><\/h6>\n

1. Persistent Cough<\/h2>\n

Generally, one symptom that is common amongst people that have pneumonia is that they have a cough. Of course this cough can be mild to severe, but when accompanied by yellow or greenish mucus, more so when there\u2019s accompanying blood as well, there\u2019s a chance that they are suffering from pneumonia. The cough can be moderate, acute, persistent and leave you breathless, depending on how bad the case may be. Of course just because someone has a cough doesn\u2019t automatically mean that they have pneumonia, but when accompanied with other symptoms, they should always seek out a medical professional immediately.<\/h6>\n

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2. Shortness Of Breath<\/h2>\n
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Although breathing is something that most people don\u2019t even think about normally, when they suddenly feel a shortness where it feels like you can\u2019t catch your breath, then it could be the sign of something serious. Typically, this happens when someone is working out or due to other types of strenuous activities, but this could also be the sign of pneumonia. If this is a persistent and continuous occurrence, then be sure not to ignore it and see your doctor right away.<\/h6>\n

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3. Fever, Sweating And Shaking Chills<\/h2>\n
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There are many reasons why people get fever, profusely sweat and end up getting shaking chills such as hypothermia, alcohol withdrawal, either a viral or bacterial infection, and many other cases. But while the flu or other types of sicknesses can be the cause, if they are accompanied by a fever \u2013 especially one that\u2019s higher than 102 degrees Fahrenheit \u2013 there\u2019s a big chance that it\u2019s due to pneumonia. Surprisingly, not everyone that has it gets a fever at all, but when there\u2019s sweating and shaking chills involved, be sure to head straight to the doctor\u2019s office to get checked for pneumonia.<\/h6>\n

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4. Sharp Or Stabbing Chest Pain<\/h2>\n
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Chest pain can be described in a number of ways, from squeezing pain, to a fluttering sensation, to immense shooting or a stabbing type of discomfort. When individuals experience chest pain, they immediately think that it has something to do with the heart, or possibly issues with acidity. But sharp or stabbing chest pain can actually be caused by pneumonia, especially if the pain worsens with a deep breath or with a cough. Whatever the reason though, chest pain should never be ignored and anyone experiencing it should head straight to the ER to have it examined.<\/h6>\n

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5. Shallow And Rapid Breathing<\/h2>\n
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Much like having a shortness of breath, many people suffering from pneumonia also have shallow breath, where they can\u2019t take deep breaths and feel like they are not getting enough air into their lungs at all. They also tend to have rapid breathing, which means that when they take faster inhales, somehow it\u2019s just not enough. Sometimes, when people complain about rapid or shallow breathing, they are misdiagnosed with bronchitis since the symptoms are quite similar. But if you see your doctor and do the proper diagnosis, he or she will be able to figure out if it\u2019s truly pneumonia that\u2019s causing these particular symptoms.<\/h6>\n

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6. Nausea And Vomiting<\/h2>\n
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There are times when people suffering from pneumonia also suffer from nausea, which can actually lead to vomiting as well. While this particular symptom tends to be more prevalent in children, it doesn\u2019t mean that adults and the elderly don\u2019t get it too. This is one of the trickier signs since most medical professionals think that the nausea is due to something else. When this symptom coexists with other symptoms of pneumonia, patients should always tell their doctor right away.<\/h6>\n

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7. Diarrhea<\/h2>\n
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Just like vomiting and nausea, another sign that isn\u2019t as common as the others is diarrhea. Most of the time, diarrhea occurs with stomach illnesses, but there are other times when it\u2019s actually caused by pneumonia. Patients that suffer from this symptom, as well as vomiting, need to make sure that they remain hydrated because of all the fluid loss. They should also remember to never self-medicate and always promptly seek out the advice of their doctor.<\/h6>\n

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8. Fatigue And Low Energy<\/h2>\n
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Much like in any other sickness, fatigue and low energy is a very common symptom. Lethargy and malaise is the overall feeling of weakness, tiredness, and not wanting to do anything at all but lay in bed, sleep and rest. Of course if someone has a feeling of weariness, as well as fever, chills, shortness of breath and other signs, they need to get themselves checked out right away to check if pneumonia is the culprit. The faster they see a doctor and start the proper treatment, the quicker they will be on their way to recovery.<\/h6>\n

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9. Lack Of Appetite<\/h2>\n
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Being sick is never fun, especially when it\u2019s the type of malady that takes precedence over your whole life. Simple tasks like waking up, eating and getting dressed can become incredibly tiring, making it hard to live a normal life. One other symptom of pneumonia is a lack of appetite and having no interest in food. And to make things worse, when someone doesn\u2019t eat, this makes it even harder for the body to gain the proper nourishment and nutrition they need to get better in the first place.<\/h6>\n

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10. Confusion<\/h2>\n
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Unfortunately for adults that have pneumonia, another issue they need to deal with is being confused. Basically, while this sign can be mild or extreme, it still manages to cause a number of problems for those suffering from the disease, especially since it usually affects the elderly more. And while this particular health issue can also happen in young people, more often than not, older folk are the ones that fall victim to being confused much more. When accompanied by these other symptoms, it should be brought up with a medical professional to check if pneumonia is the cause.<\/h6>\n

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11. Muscle Pain<\/h2>\n
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Muscle pain is actually one of the more common symptoms for patients suffering from pneumonia. Most of the time, patients complain about a stiffness in the joints, deep muscle pain and other aches all throughout their body. Never ignore this sign, especially if it comes with other symptoms. If you end up taking pain killers but the aches and pains don\u2019t go away completely, or they keep coming back, then be sure to speak to a doctor to explain all the symptoms you are feeling so that they can properly diagnose the problem.<\/h6>\n

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12. Headaches<\/h2>\n
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While headaches are caused by a number of reasons and are very common, one reason behind mild or severe ones could be due to pneumonia. Headaches normally mean that a person lacks oxygen and water in their system, and can often be resolved with a drink of water. Of course if it is accompanied by other signs and symptoms of pneumonia then it needs to be checked out promptly to see if that\u2019s the actual reason behind it.<\/h6>\n

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13. Bluish Tinged Lips And Nails<\/h2>\n
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In highly acute cases of pneumonia, a person\u2019s lips and nails can actually turn blue due to the major lack of oxygen going through the blood stream. This is definitely one symptom that should never be ignored because this means that a person has probably been suffering with pneumonia for a very long time. Plus if ignored, it can also prove fatal to a number of patients that have been diagnosed with it as well.<\/h6>\n

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14. When To See Your Doctor<\/h2>\n
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Whether you have one of these 13 symptoms or a large number of them combined, it is always recommended to seek out the proper medical attention as soon as possible. Pneumonia can often be misdiagnosed if not properly examined, which means that there is a bigger chance that whoever contracts the disease might actually not survive. If you are worried that you or someone you love is suffering from pneumonia, be sure to take them to the nearest hospital and get a proper checkup. A single correct diagnosis could be the difference between life or death.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Pneumonia is described as an infection of the lungs where the air sacs, or alveoli as they are otherwise known, end up filling up with pus or fluid. Cases of pneumonia can be considered either mild enough to handle at home with medication, or so severe that you\u2019ll need to go to the hospital. This type of infection can attack anyone regardless of age, but statistics show that \u2018infants younger than 2 and people over age 65 are at higher risk\u2019 because their immune systems are weaker than others. Pneumonia is caused by fungus infections, bacteria, viruses, and in very <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":59842,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[483,17386,7754],"yst_prominent_words":[17379,17383,17372,17381,17384,17378,17371,17367,17375,17377,17382,17370,17366,17374,8811,17376,17368,17380,17369,17373],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59841"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=59841"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59841\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/59842"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=59841"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=59841"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=59841"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=59841"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}