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How much time to recover from severe pneumonia?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It depends: It depends on the type of pneumonia, your age, and your general health. Probably anywhere between 2-8 weeks or so.

Dr Killian agreed

Answered 8/17/2019

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