During this period, Thailand tends to accumulate dust and smog in the middle to high range.
because the wind that blows is weakening Contribute to some people who are sensitive to weather changes or allergic reactions to have more easily exacerbated symptoms. Sometimes inflammation may occur. Infection in the respiratory tract Until the pneumonia spreads to infection in the meninges and bloodstream, which can cause premature death.
pneumonia or pneumoniaIt is often found in children and the elderly. This is because the respiratory system of these two age groups is weaker than other populations.
Pneumonia is caused by a viral and bacterial infection of the respiratory system. causing the body’s gas exchange system to work worse, causing death from respiratory failure
Patients with pneumonia usually have 3 important leading symptoms:
1. Fever, sweating, chills, acute phase
2. cough with phlegm
3. Tired breathing, rapid breathing, and panting.
However, with more advanced medical technology causing the current condition of pneumonia or pneumonia It can be prevented with vaccination, known for short. “Pneumococcal vaccine” or Prevnar13 and Pneumo23 Pneumococcal vaccines are used to prevent lung infections at an early stage of the disease. The vaccine stimulates the body’s immune system to produce specific antibodies against bacteria or viruses. cause of disease This will help protect from before infection, similar to having a body armor to protect the body before getting infected.
The best way to prevent pneumonia or pneumonia in the elderly is to get a pneumococcal vaccine. Currently, there are two most popular types of pneumococcal vaccines. is
1. PVC or Prevnar13 (PCV13) which covers Prevent infection with 13 strains of Pneumococcus, this type of vaccine is suitable for newborns. people with congenital disease and those with compromised immune systems, usually 4 doses at 2, 4, 6 and 12-15 months of age, and a booster dose at 4-6 years of age, and one dose of PCV23 vaccine at 2 years of age or older. and another booster injection at the age of 65
2. PPSV or Pneumo23 (PCV23) It covers protection against 23 strains of Pneumococcus. and must take medication regularly It is a single injection vaccine.
However, vaccination against pneumococcal disease May consider injecting in people who are at risk of disease, such as those working in a hospital. Or people who have had lung disease before, not necessarily over 65 years old. Both types of vaccination should be injected, PCV13 will be injected first, and then PPSV23 will be injected 8 weeks later, which will be able to prevent Pneumococcus completely and For at least 5 years, it can be seen that the pneumococcal vaccine is highly effective in preventing But not everyone needs to be vaccinated, such as people aged 18 to 50 and in good health. And people who are allergic to vaccine components may not need to be vaccinated. Therefore, always consult a doctor to assess suitability and plan vaccination beforehand.
