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Senile pneumonia

呼吸内科

Common symptoms

发热伴有腹痛、...、痰多、咳嗽痰多、腹泻、呼吸困难、食欲减退、腹痛、老人剧烈咳嗽、铁锈色痰

The pathology of disease

Senile pneumonia often lacks typical respiratory symptoms; rapid progression; missed diagnosis 3.3-61.4%, misdiagnosis 10.8-39.3%. Aging reduces respiratory defense/immune function; cardiopulmonary reserve weak.

Common Symptoms

Fever with abdominal pain; copious sputum; diarrhea; dyspnea; anorexia; abdominal pain; rusty sputum

Causes

Gram-negative rods increasingly common (vs pneumococcus 90% in 1950s).

Treatment

Antibiotics; supportive care

Prevention

Vaccination; influenza vaccine; early recognition.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the geriatrics department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.