Scribd
Upload
45 views29 pages

Pneumonia in Children

Pneumonia in children is a serious lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli), which can fill with fluid or pus. It is commonly caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Symptoms in children often include coughing, rapid or labored breathing, fever, and chest pain. Young children, especially under five years old, are at higher risk due to weaker immune systems. Treatment depends on the cause, with bacterial pneumonia typically requiring antibiotics, while viral pneumonia ofte

Uploaded by

atharvasatramwar471
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF or read online on Scribd
45 views29 pages

Pneumonia in Children

Pneumonia in children is a serious lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli), which can fill with fluid or pus. It is commonly caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Symptoms in children often include coughing, rapid or labored breathing, fever, and chest pain. Young children, especially under five years old, are at higher risk due to weaker immune systems. Treatment depends on the cause, with bacterial pneumonia typically requiring antibiotics, while viral pneumonia ofte

Uploaded by

atharvasatramwar471
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 29

You might also like