“Can pneumonia cause shortness of breath?”
I have pneumonia and shortness of breath. Can pneumonia cause shortness of breath?
11 Answers
Yes, having pneumonia can cause shortness of breath. This should be evaluated by a physician promptly.
Yes it definitely will. Depending the cause of pneumonia it will be the treatment.
Viral causes like COVID or influenza don’t need antibiotics. If mycoplasma or any other bacterial infection deserve antibiotic treatment if patients are symptomatic. Nutrition is important in view of cough with sputum and shortness of breath don’t consume lactose products like milk, ice cream or cheese. Proper hydration and symptomatic relief
Viral causes like COVID or influenza don’t need antibiotics. If mycoplasma or any other bacterial infection deserve antibiotic treatment if patients are symptomatic. Nutrition is important in view of cough with sputum and shortness of breath don’t consume lactose products like milk, ice cream or cheese. Proper hydration and symptomatic relief
Pneumonia causes inflammation and consolidation of lung tissue. This can absolutely cause shortness of breath. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>
Yes, pneumonia can cause shortness of breath the way it forms consolidations in the lungs. Usually the peak of this is within the first day or two with forms of high fever and a productive cough. If you still find you cannot catch your breath, you should go to the E.R.
Yes it can
Pneumonia can absolutely cause shortness of breath, it should go away with treatment and if not, it is not being treated with the correct medication. You should be feeling better and not worse. If you still have shortness of breath, you should be seen.
Yes, it can. What meds were prescribed to you?
yes
Yes, it can cause shortness of breath.
Yes! Pneumonia absolutely can cause shortness of breath, tiredness, chest wall pain and cough that may last several days to weeks.
Yes please seek medical attention if you have shortness of breath.
