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How dangerous is pneumonia?
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Variable.: Sometimes it can be lethal.
Answered 8/7/2017
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PNA treatable.: In a young person, like yourself it's usually treatable without much danger. In an older person with significant medical issue, however, could be fatal. Pneumonia needs to be taken seriously and treated appropriately.
Answered 4/12/2019
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