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The er doctor told my sister yesterday that she has pneumonia it mostly happens around this time sometimes she doesn't have it how can she prevent it?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: Pneumonia is a complication of an infection of the respiratory tract. A flu vaccination, avoiding illness can help. If she has recurrent pneumonia she may have an underlying condition, including CF, COPD, immunodeficiency or aspiration.

Answered 11/7/2015

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