What Are Klebsiella Pneumoniae?
7. Who Is at Risk of Infection?
Increasing age and being in a healthcare setting are the primary risk factors for K. pneumoniae infection. Those with compromised immune systems are also much more likely than others to develop an infection after exposure. Both long term steroid and antibiotic use can suppress immune function.
Several medical conditions can increase your risk of developing complications from K. pneumoniae. These include alcoholism, diabetes, lung disease, kidney failure, COPD and certain types of cancer.
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