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BE INFORMED ABOUT PNEUMONIA!

admin — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:15:34 +0000

Mycoplasma pneumonia is a respiratory lung infection which is caused by a bacteria of the same name, Mycoplasma pneumoniae or M. pneumoniae. It is also recognized as atypical pneumonia or walking pneumonia. Read more...

What is the Best Treatment for Mycoplasma Pneumonia?

admin — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:22:10 +0000

Do you think that you just have a common cold or flu? You could be wrong. Mycoplasma pneumonia is one of the most common types of pneumonia that is generally known to have the same symptoms as a cold. However, with mycoplasma pneumonia your symptoms will just linger on until it is treated. Causing you a lot of misery. Read more...

What is Walking Pneumonia?

admin — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:43:03 +0000

Many people’s eyes are open wide when they hear the word walking pneumonia coming from their doctor’s mouth. This type of illness is very disturbing to everyone and is very serious especially for all those with immune systems that are more vulnerable such as in newborns and the elderly. However, there is good news, most cases of walking pneumonia in children and adolescents can be easily treated. Read more...

Mycoplasma Pneumonia Treatment

admin — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:33:39 +0000

Mycoplasma pneumonia, typically known as ‘walking pneumonia’, is an infection of the lungs. A doctor may suspect pneumonia if a stethoscope applied to the chest allows him or her to hear crackling, coarse breathing, or wheezing. Patients suspected of having mycoplasma are generally subjected to blood tests, which are examined for antibodies to the mycoplasma bacteria. Antibodies are cells created by the body to fight infection, and the presence of antibodies in large numbers typically indicates an infection in that person. Other tests may include a sputum culture, or a test on the secretions of the lungs, or a chest x-ray to examine the lungs. Because untreated pneumonia can cause complications and can even be life-threatening, particularly for patients with weakened immune systems due to age or diseases like HIV, it is important to see a physician if pneumonia is suspected. Read more...