What are the symptoms of pneumonia or lung infection?

Different types of pneumonia have different incubation periods. Some infections may develop within a short period of 1-3 days. While others ทางเข้า UFABET สำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ สมัครวันนี้ รับโบนัสฟรี may take weeks to develop. Most cases occur after the onset of a cold. 

If the patient is found

• Have a high fever 
• tired 
• cough 
• Phlegm accompanied by nausea 
• vomit  
• Difficulty breathing 
• Chest pain  

Especially when elderly patients start to feel confused or lethargic even though their fever has gone down, they should see a doctor immediately because there may be a lung infection.

Diagnosis and treatment of pneumonia

The doctor makes a diagnosis based on symptoms and a physical examination, starting with a medical history, checking pulse, blood oxygen, and breathing, as breathing with pneumonia is faster than normal. The doctor then sends the patient for an X-ray to check for abnormalities in the lungs. A blood test may also be done.

Pneumonia cause by bacterial infection. Can treated with antibiotics, both oral and injected. Most symptoms will improve within 2-3 days. Viral lung infections are usually less severe than bacterial infections. Treatment is therefore based on symptoms. Patients should take care of themselves to stay healthy by eating a well-balanced diet, drinking enough water.

Getting enough rest. If patients have underlying diseases, the doctor may consider having them stay in the hospital until they are fully recovered. This will help restore their health and allow them to return to their normal daily lives, as well as prevent complications. Which are extremely dangerous for the elderly.

Complications of pneumonia in the elderly

For elderly patients with underlying diseases, they may be more susceptible to severe infections than normal people. Therefore, if a family member has the flu, the elderly should be isolated for safety, as they may be infected with the virus and even develop pneumonia.