Please share an interesting fact about recovering from pneumonia.

Ignore: It takes time for all changes in the lungs to reverse. Be patient, don't overdo physical exercise.

Ignore: Most people recover without any long term problems.

Coughing: Coughing from a pneumonia infection can go on for months even after successful treatment.

Ignore: Incentive spirometry, or taking deep breaths and holding them, can help open up your lungs.

Ignore: It can take as long as a month for an x-ray to return to normal.

Ignore: You should get a follow-up chest x-ray about six weeks after recovery to ensure complete resolution.

Ignore: The average time to get over the cough completely is a month (or more).

Ignore: If recovering from pneumonia you seem WORSE- call the doc, as sometimes complications can arise.

Ignore: Fatigue and low energy may persist after cough and fever have resolved.

Ignore: The cough can linger for 4-6 weeks. Be kind to your body and allow it time to recover. Be patient.

Ignore: Avoid strenuous activity until full recovery.

Ignore: Coughing can last for up to a month after recovery.

Ignore: Remember to remain active and keep upright. It will help to inflate your lungs as best as possible.

Ignore: You will find yourself coughing more and bringing up more phlegm as it gets better with treatment.

Ignore: After treatment with antibiotics, chest x-ray may be abnormal for 4-6 weeks which is normal.

Ignore: Take medication prescribed, do keep well nourished, well hydrated with soup, juice, water.

Ignore: Rest and let your body heal.