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Tag: Pneumonia

  • Acute Pneumonia

    Acute Pneumonia

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    Dr. Taoufik

    Infection of the pulmonary alveolar viral, bacterial (pneumococci, Haemophilus influenzae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae)or parasitic (Pneumocystis carinii in HIV infection). Pneumonia in children under 5 years Clinical signs: The most common causes are viruses, pneumococci, Haemophilus influenzae. Should be suspected pneumonia in any child with a cough or has difficulty breathing. – Often high fever (higher than…

  • Pneumonia

    Pneumonia

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    Dr. Taoufik

    A- Legionella pneumonia: * Around 5% of community bacterial pneumonia * Outbreaks exist; the germ grows in contact with water, tanks (air conditioners, earthworks) * It is often sporadic forms * The beginning is rapidly progressive with high fever, chills; dry cough * Clinical examination often found suggestive extra-respiratory signs: digestive disorders; neurological (confusion, agitation,…