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My gp said i have aspiration due to reflux acid. my specialist said this has caused pneumonia. is this serious.
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Aspiration Pneumonia: Having pneumonia is a condition that needs treated. How serious it is depends on what you mean by serious. I'd be happy to discuss with you further. In general, I would say; yes it is serious.
Answered 4/30/2015
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