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Pneumonia is swelling (inflammation) of the tissue in one or both lungs. It's usually caused by a bacterial infection.
Articles for Pneumonia
Introduction
Read about pneumonia, including symptoms, causes, who's at risk, treatment and possible complications. Also find out how you can prevent getting pneumonia.
Treatment
Read about how pneumonia is treated. Mild cases can be treated at home with antibiotics and plenty of rest and fluids. More severe cases may need to be treated in hospital.
