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Pneumonia is inflammation of the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs due to a bacterial, viral or fungal infection . One of the bacteria that can cause pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Pneumonia can cause symptoms, such as high fever, chest pain, cough with phlegm, shortness of breath, rapid breathing. , fast heart rate, and weakness. Bacteria and viruses that cause pneumonia are easily spread through droplets or saliva when a person coughs or sneezes. So, in this new habitual adaptation period, you need to know how to effectively prevent pneumonia.
Danger of pneumonia in the elderly
During the adaptation period for new habits due to the Covid-19 pandemic , Pneumonia due to infection with the corona virus or other germs can happen to anyone.
The risk of developing pneumonia is also higher in the 65 year old group (elderly) or in people who have the following conditions:
- Having a weak immune system, for example due to HIV/ AIDS, receiving organ donations, undergoing chemotherapy, taking immunos upressants, and have special health conditions, such as malfunctioning or absent spleen (asplenia).
- Have chronic diseases, such as heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kidney disease, or asthma.
- Has a habit of smoking, is addicted to alcohol, or has aspiration (the entry of a foreign object into the airway or lungs)
Protects against pneumonia during the adaptation period New Habits
Please note, the transmission of germs that cause pneumonia can occur from one person to another through coughing and sneezing so that the air containing these germs is inhaled by other people, it can also be through close contact with a distance less than 2 meters.
In addition to avoiding contact with sufferers as much as possible, one method that can be used to protect yourself from pneumonia during the adaptation to new habits is immunization.
Currently , PCV immunization is available ( pneumococcal conjugate vaccine) which can be used to prevent diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae infection. As previously explained, Streptococcus pneumonia is a type of bacteria that can cause pneumonia.
This immunization is important if you are in a group of people who are at risk of developing pneumonia. You need to consult a doctor to determine an immunization schedule.
One of the jargon that can make it easier for you to protect yourself from pneumonia is "Healthy Sense to Prevent Pneumonia", namely: Beware of the dangers of pneumonia; Recognize the causes and symptoms; Come on PCV immunization to prevent; Do it in consultation with a doctor.
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