Pneumonia, pleurisy
For older adults and those with underlying health conditions, preventing pneumonia involves a combination of scheduled clinical reviews and proactive…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
While cold weather does not directly cause pneumonia or pleurisy, the winter months and the accompanying flu season significantly increase the risk…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
For individuals living with chronic lung conditions such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), bronchiectasis, or severe asthma, the risk…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Children of any age can develop pneumonia and its common complication, pleurisy. While both conditions involve inflammation in the respiratory…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Pleurisy is a condition characterised by inflammation of the pleura, the thin membranes that surround the lungs and line the…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Aspiration pneumonia is a specific type of lung infection that occurs when food, stomach acid, or saliva is inhaled into…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Improving lung health is a vital strategy for reducing the risk of developing pneumonia and pleurisy. While these conditions are…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Good hygiene is a primary defence against pneumonia because it prevents the transmission of the bacteria and viruses that cause…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Smoking is one of the most significant avoidable risk factors for developing serious respiratory infections such as pneumonia and the…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Pneumonia, pleurisy
Vaccinations are the most effective way to reduce the risk of developing pneumonia and the secondary inflammation of the lung…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student
Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS