Pneumonia is an inflammation of the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs due to a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection. One of the bacteria that can cause pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Pneumonia can cause symptoms, such as high fever, chest pain, cough with phlegm, shortness of breath, rapid breathing, fast heart rate, and weakness. Bacteria and viruses that cause pneumonia are easily spread through droplets or droplets when a person coughs or sneezes. So, in the current adaptation period for new habits, you need to know how to effectively prevent pneumonia.
The Danger of Pneumonia in the Elderly
During the period of adapting to new habits due to the Covid-19 pandemic, pneumonia due to corona virus infection or any other germs can happen to anyone.
The risk of getting pneumonia is also higher in the age group of 65 (elderly) or in people who have the following conditions:
- Having a weak immune system, for example due to HIV / AIDS, receiving organ donations, undergoing chemotherapy, taking immunosuppressant drugs, and having special health conditions, such as malfunctioning or non-formation of the spleen (asplenia).
- Suffer from chronic diseases, such as heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kidney disease, or asthma.
- Have a smoking habit, are addicted to alcohol, or have aspiration (entry of a foreign object into the airways or lungs).
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