Immunology

Pneumonia

Normal lung function

Caused byVirusesFungiParasitesBacteria (most

often)

Overview

What is it? Infection of the lungs

Numbers:5.6 million in U.S. Each

Year60,000 deaths

Temperature up to 105°Excessive sweating Sudden, severe chills

Symptoms

Chest painPhlegm cough Shortness of breath

Nails and lips turn blue

Up to 3 monthsTreatments