10 Causes of Heart Pain
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Cause #9: Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an inflammatory disorder affecting the alveoli of the lungs. Patients with pneumonia may experience chest pain, productive cough, dry cough, difficulty breathing, and fever. Pneumonia can be caused by infections due to various bacteria, viruses, other microorganisms, autoimmune diseases, and certain medications.
Individuals at risk of pneumonia include those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, cystic fibrosis, heart failure, diabetes, a weakened immune system, and those who have had a stroke. Smokers are also at risk. The diagnosis can be made based on the patient’s history, physical examination, blood tests, chest x-ray, and sputum culture. Treatment depends on the underlying cause of pneumonia.
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