“Walking pneumonia” is a colloquial term that is used to describe milder cases of pneumonia.
This article will help you learn about the differences between the two types of pneumonia.
Symptoms
The symptoms ofwalking pneumoniaand pneumonia resemble each other but differ in their severity.
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Causes
The germs that cause walking pneumonia and pneumonia are the same.
But your healthcare provider may order chest X-rays and/or test samples of your mucus to confirm your diagnosis.
Antibiotics and antifungals are the mainstays of treatment for pneumonia brought on by bacteria or fungi, respectively.
This is the same for preventing both walking pneumonia and pneumonia.
Walking pneumonia is usually less severe and is often triggered by different viruses and bacteria.
Even in generally healthy people, symptoms of walking pneumonia can make you feel miserable.
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