Achromobacter xylosoxidans (formerly Alcaligenes xylosoxidans) is a Gram-negative, aerobic, oxidase and catalase-positive, motile bacterium with peritrichous flagella, from the genus Achromobacter. It is generally found in wet environments. How is Achromobacter treated? Carbapenem resistance is mainly caused by multidrug efflux pumps and metallo-β-lactamases, which are not expected to be overcomeRead More →
This information describes breathing exercises that can help stretch and strengthen your breathing muscles. Doing these exercises can help you recover from infections that cause breathing problems, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and COVID-19. What does a spirometer do for your lungs? Spirometry (spy-ROM-uh-tree) is a common office test used toRead More →
Getting it twice is not harmful. It’s a well-tolerated vaccine, with generally far fewer side effects than the Moderna vaccine you just took. Should you get a pneumonia shot every 5 years? All adults 65 years of age or older should receive one dose of PPSV23 5 or more yearsRead More →
CDC recommends some adults receive up to 3 doses of PPSV23 in a lifetime. Adults who have immunocompromising conditions should receive two doses of PPSV23, given 5 years apart, before age 65 years. When do you need a pneumonia booster? CDC recommends routine pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccination for: All adults 65Read More →
Rapid heartbeat Shortness of breath or breathlessness Rapid breathing Dizziness Heavy sweating What happens if you get pneumonia while you have COVID-19? In the case of COVID pneumonia, the damage to the lungs is caused by the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. When COVID pneumonia develops, it causes additional symptoms, suchRead More →
Streptococcus pneumoniae are lancet-shaped, gram-positive, facultative anaerobic bacteria with 100 known serotypes. Most S. pneumoniae serotypes can cause disease, but only a minority of serotypes produce the majority of pneumococcal infections. Pneumococci are common inhabitants of the respiratory tract. What is Streptococcus pneumoniae infection? Streptococcus pneumoniae is the most commonRead More →
The signs and symptoms of pneumonia may include: Cough, which may produce greenish, yellow or even bloody mucus. Fever, sweating and shaking chills. Shortness of breath. Rapid, shallow breathing. Sharp or stabbing chest pain that gets worse when you breathe deeply or cough. Loss of appetite, low energy, and fatigue.Read More →
In “The Last Leaf” by O. Henry, pneumonia was personified as a human. It was even called “Mr. Pneumonia” in the story. Who died of pneumonia at the end of the last leaf? O’ Henry is famous for surprise endings or “twists” in his stories. In The Last Leaf, JohnsyRead More →
A CT scan can also show complications of pneumonia, abscesses or pleural effusions and enlarged lymph nodes. Ultrasound of the chest: Ultrasound may be used if fluid surrounding the lungs is suspected. Can pneumonia be misdiagnosed? Pneumonia is Commonly Misdiagnosed. Pneumonia is the second most misdiagnosed condition leading to readmissionRead More →