00:00Pneumonia
00:05What is pneumonia?
00:08Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs.
00:11It makes the tiny air sacs in your lungs, called alveoli, swell up and fill with fluid or pus.
00:19This makes it hard to breathe and get enough oxygen.
00:23It's like a bad cough or cold that goes deep into your chest.
00:27What are the main causes?
00:30Pneumonia is most often caused by germs like bacteria and viruses.
00:35Fungi can also cause it, but this is less common.
00:38You can get it by breathing in these germs.
00:42What are the common symptoms?
00:44A cough that often produces mucus, phlegm.
00:48Fever and sweating or feeling chills.
00:52Shortness of breath or fast breathing.
00:55Chest pain that gets worse when you cough or take a deep breath.
00:58Feeling very tired and weak.
01:03For older adults, symptoms might be different, like confusion or a sudden change in mental state.
01:08How is it diagnosed?
01:11A doctor will listen to your lungs with a stethoscope to hear any crackling or bubbling sounds.
01:18They will ask about your symptoms.
01:21A chest x-ray is often used to see if there is an infection in your lungs.
01:25Sometimes, a blood test might be done to find out what kind of germ is causing it.
01:32What is the treatment?
01:34Treatment depends on the cause.
01:36If it's caused by bacteria, antibiotics are used.
01:41If it's caused by a virus, antibiotics won't work.
01:45The doctor might recommend rest, fluids, and fever-reducing medicine.
01:51Getting plenty of rest and drinking a lot of water is very important to help your body heal.
01:56Who is at risk?
01:59Anyone can get pneumonia, but some people are at a higher risk.
02:04Young children and babies.
02:07Older adults, 65 and older.
02:11People with other health problems like asthma, heart disease, or diabetes.
02:16People with a weakened immune system.
02:20How can it be prevented?
02:21Get vaccinated.
02:24There are vaccines that can protect against some types of pneumonia.
02:28Wash your hands often to get rid of germs.
02:32Don't smoke.
02:34Try to stay away from sick people when possible.
02:38Eat healthy, exercise, and get enough sleep to keep your body strong.
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