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A member asked:
My 8 yo had fever/cough x 5 days. found out today he has pneumonia. think it's bacterial because of quick onset. what are chances of siblings get it?
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Maybe,maybe not : Most forms of bacterial pneumonia are not particularly contagious and arise from a preexisting problem like a cold or other viral process that is invaded by opportunist germs from the airway.The common pneumonia germ is carried by many in their nasal passages and throat. Viral pneumonia and one called mycoplasma are potentially contagious.Your doc can let you know.
Answered 10/23/2017
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