Question 1

can you explain how pneumonia spreads and attacks the body?

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia: Pneumonia occurs when pathogens infect the spaces where you breathe, your trachea or windpipe expands into a big network of airspaces where oxygen is brought into close contact with blood. When our immune system experiences a breach, these organisms can grow and enter the bloodstream in addition to interfering with gas exchange. Pathogens in the bloodstream then sail to and attack anywhere.

Question 2

in what way does bacterial pneumonia spread?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory droplets: Pneumonia is spread from person to person via respiratory droplets released when a person coughs, sneezes, laughs, or talks. The bacteria can live in a person's throat without causing symptoms, so you can even get it from a person who doesn't look sick. Avoid the spread of germs by washing your hands regularly, covering your mouth when you sneeze or cough, and being cautious around sick people.

Question 3

received a pneumonia shot 3  days ago the area where i received the shot is red and swollen but now has spread down to my elbow should i be looked at ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Looks like you have cellulitis , you should be seen.

Question 4

diagnosed with pneumonia and gallbladder attack. no stones, should i have it removed? did pneumonia bring on attack? surgeon says yes! pa says not nec

Accepted Answer

Can't tell here: If in doubt, get second surgeon opinion.

Question 5

having major coughing attacks. was diagnosed with acute bronchitis, and beginning signs of pneumonia i wake up coughing gasping for air like pertussis?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If that is a concern, then you can be tested for pertussis. Homeopathic remedies like ipecac and drosera may be helpful as can elderberry. Hopefully you are on an antibiotic as well....Zithromax is a good choice. You ay need to be seen again if you are worsening or not improving.

Question 6

how long can it take for pneumonia to spread from just one lobe of one lung to all of both lungs and  get into the blood stream?

Accepted Answer

Very fast: That can happen very fast.

Bacteria double every 20 minutes.

2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256 512 1024 2048 4096  8192 16384 and so on

one million in 7 hours.

Question 7

hi i'm 22 and have congestive heart failure, the hospital thought it might be from walking pneumonia that spread to my heart, is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Heart failure: Yes, the bug that caused your walking pneumonia could have caused myocarditis or endocarditis, both conditions could have caused heart failure.

Question 8

asthmatic. diagnosed with bronchitis trying to preventive a typical pneumonia. got albuterol, steroids and combination meds. bad attack tonight lungs are on fire. oxygen good when on my pumps. any suggestions on what to do? im a very active person

Accepted Answer

Urgent care: You may need additional days of oral steroid therapy, more frequent Albuterol treatments and the addition of other controller medications. The triggers of this asthma attack episode should be reduced. Avoid smoke, dust, animal hair and please see a physician right away. Monitor your temperature, treat fever, drink fluids and rest.
A flu test is indicated, if it has not already been completed.

Question 9

is azithromycin time released? i have the 5 pack of 250mg. i had to cut in half to take to prevent pneumonia with my covid. im having a panic attack thinking its not okay to cut the pill in half. there is no way i can swallow whole?

Accepted Answer

: Relax. This medication is tolerant to what you plan to do. It is well absorbed and remains in your system for many days after you take it. I would not worry about what you plan effecting it at all.

Question 10

79 female. right lung lost 2 lobes to pneumonia 1971 - heart attack feb 2010- pneumonia/sepsis spring 2017 - pneumonia oct 2017 wbc 22 how do i fix it?

Accepted Answer

Wish we could help: But this complicated history really is beyond the scope of a telemedicine service.  You need an internal medicine specialist to do a thorough evaluation and lab testing to try to find out why you are having so many difficulties.  Best of luck to you dear.

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Can you explain how pneumonia spreads and attacks the body?

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In what way does bacterial pneumonia spread?

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Received a pneumonia shot 3 days ago the area where i received the shot is red and swollen but now has spread down to my elbow should i be looked at ?

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Diagnosed with pneumonia and gallbladder attack. no stones, should i have it removed? did pneumonia bring on attack? surgeon says yes! pa says not nec

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Having major coughing attacks. was diagnosed with acute bronchitis, and beginning signs of pneumonia i wake up coughing gasping for air like pertussis?

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How long can it take for pneumonia to spread from just one lobe of one lung to all of both lungs and get into the blood stream?

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Hi i'm 22 and have congestive heart failure, the hospital thought it might be from walking pneumonia that spread to my heart, is that possible?

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Asthmatic. diagnosed with bronchitis trying to preventive a typical pneumonia. got albuterol, steroids and combination meds. bad attack tonight lungs are on fire. oxygen good when on my pumps. any suggestions on what to do? im a very active person

A member asked:

Is azithromycin time released? i have the 5 pack of 250mg. i had to cut in half to take to prevent pneumonia with my covid. im having a panic attack thinking its not okay to cut the pill in half. there is no way i can swallow whole?

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79 female. right lung lost 2 lobes to pneumonia 1971 - heart attack feb 2010- pneumonia/sepsis spring 2017 - pneumonia oct 2017 wbc 22 how do i fix it?

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