PNEUMONIA

Pneumonia is a lung infection, caused when the sacs in the lungs fill will liquid or pus. In this condition it is difficult for lungs to expand, and the person faces breathing difficulty. Anyone can suffer from this condition, but infants and people above the age of 65 are more prone to this disease. It happens so because, in the case of infants and senior citizens, the immunity is weaker as compared to the mid-range. Pneumonia can develop in both the lungs. It is usually caused by microorganisms. The risk of developing pneumonia infection increases in case of smoking or consuming alcohol.

Some of the common symptoms include:

• Pain While Breathing
• Phlegm In Cough, Or Thick Mucus
• Fatigue
• Appetite Loss
• Cold, Cough, Fever, Sweating And Chills
• Nausea Or Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Shortness Of Breath

• Flu virus
• Cold virus
• RSV virus, responsible for causing pneumonia to a child below one year
• Mycoplasma bacteria

• Blood test for tracing signs of pneumonia-causing bacteria
• Chest X-ray for knowing the expanse your lungs can expand
• Pulse Oximetry for knowing the extent of oxygen level reaching lungs
• Sputum test for diagnosing fluids of lungs causing infection
• Arterial blood gas test
• Bronchoscopy to check airways for blockage
• A CT-scan for an in-depth image of lungs

• Homoeopathic treatment can help in enhancing the health condition. The doses are in a dilute form that is safe even for infants. The treatment is effective as it helps to eliminate the root cause of pneumonia. It strengthens the immunity, and in some cases, it can be taken concurrently with conventional medications.