Pneumonia leads to airway inflammation and the alveoli (air sacs) may fill with fluid.
But age isnt the only factor that can increase your risk of pneumonia.
Prevention
These tips can help prevent you from getting pneumonia.
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Speak to a healthcare provider so you know what to expect with each vaccine.
Exercising Proper Hygiene
One of the best ways to prevent respiratory infections is to practice proper hygiene.
Recovery
Theres no one size fits allrecovery from pneumonia.
Some people recover in a week, returning to their normal routines, while others take much longer.
The best way to do this is to get vaccinated and avoid crowded spaces where germs are easily spread.
Pneumonia is a lung infection most commonly due to bacteria and viruses.
If you breathe some of these germs directly into your lungs, they may potentially replicate and cause symptoms.
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