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I'm 29 and i just got pneumonia. how bad can this get?
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Yes it can get bad: But usually it doesn't. See a doctor and get an opinion as to whether you need antibiotics, especially if you're fever is worse, or you are short of breath, dizzy, etc.
Answered 6/14/2013
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