PneumoniaOverview

overview

Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by an infection.

symptoms

Symptoms of pneumonia include a cough, difficulty breathing, a high temperature and chest pain.

causes

Pneumonia is usually caused by a bacterial infection. It can also be caused by other infections or things like food or vomit getting in your lungs.

treatments_overview

Pneumonia is usually treated with antibiotics from a GP. Severe pneumonia may need to be treated in hospital.

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prevention

The pneumococcal and flu vaccines can help prevent pneumonia. These vaccines are offered on the NHS for some people at high risk.