Understanding the Differences Between Influenza and Pneumonia: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery速

3. Influenza

Influenza, or flu, is a common influenza virus infection of the respiratory system. Flu symptoms involve a runny nose, cough, and body aches.

Although generally it can heal on its own with a good immune system, getting enough rest and consuming nutritious food can help speed up recovery.

4. Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a lung disease caused by bacterial, viral or fungal infections that attack the alveoli in the lungs.

This condition can occur in one or both lungs. The infection that occurs can cause the lungs (alveoli) to fill with fluid or even pus. That’s why some people call this condition wet lung.

In fact, the medical world does not recognize the term wet lung. Wet lungs is a layman’s understanding of describing the condition of lungs that are “submerged” or filled with fluid.

In the medical world, this condition is called pulmonary edema. Symptoms of pneumonia that appear can vary, from mild to severe.

Usually, the treatment given is antibiotics if the respiratory problem occurs due to a bacterial infection.

For severe symptoms, hospitalization may be required to receive antibiotics via IV or oxygen therapy.

Source: Ministry of Education and Culture

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2024-01-02 01:20:27
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