2024-03-13 15:27:50
Pneumonitis or pneumonia is a respiratory infection that affects the lungs. In the majority of cases, it is easily treated. But it requires special attention, because it remains the leading cause of infectious mortality in developed countries. Adopting the right reflexes in the event of pneumonia is therefore essential to promote healing and avoid the risk of worsening.
What to do in case of pneumonia?
Pneumonitis can be bacterial or viral. Following a medical consultation, the first choice treatment for pneumococcal (bacterial) pneumonia is the use of amoxicillin (antibiotic therapy). It may be due to a worsening of a viral infection such as the flu, covid-19 or the common cold. If the pneumonia turns out to be viral, there will be no treatment to combat it. In which case, reflexes must be adopted to protect the affected person as much as others. When you have pneumonia, it is crucial to give your body time to to rest and recover. Make sure you get enough sleep and take regular breaks throughout the day. Additionally, maintain a adequate hydration by drinking plenty of water and avoiding dehydrating drinks like alcohol and caffeine. Medications can be prescribed by the doctor symptomatically to reduce fever and reduce aches. In severe cases, for example, if there is difficulty breathing or due to other illnesses, hospitalization may be necessary. The cough may persist for several days after the condition.
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Hygiene precautions in case of pneumonia
Pour reduce the spread of germs responsible for pneumonia, it would be preferable to adopt hygiene measures. These precautions include frequent hand washing with soap and water, before and after contact with a sick person.
The wearing a mask can also limit transmission through nasal or oral secretions when sneezing or coughing. It is recommended to use disposable tissues to blow your nose and to regularly clean objects handled by the affected person. Avoid sharing everyday items such as cutlery. Ventilate regularly your home helps maintain a healthy environment and reduces the risk of contamination. For better recovery, make sure to maintain an indoor temperature of around 19°C.
By following these simple but essential precautions, you can help prevent reduce the risk of contamination and to promote rapid recovery in the event of pneumonia. Since pneumonia is often infectious in origin, it is important to take measures to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Preventive measures to avoid contracting pneumonia
Prevention of pneumonia is based on vaccination which is essential to reduce the risk of infection. Infants benefit from compulsory vaccination against pneumococcus (bacterial pneumonia), with two injections two months apart and a booster at 11 months. For premature and high-risk infants, three injections and a booster are recommended.
Furthermore, vaccination against seasonal influenza is recommended for children and adults exposed to an increased risk of infection. Immunocompromised people, whether they are HIV carriers, under immunosuppressive treatment or oncological treatment, must be vaccinated. Individuals suffering from diseases predisposing to pneumococcal infection should also benefit from this protection such as:
By taking these preventative measuresit is possible to significantly reduce the risk of contracting pneumonia and thus protect your respiratory health.
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Sources
– Pneumonia or bacterial pneumonia: hygiene measures and vaccination www.ameli.fr. Accessed March 5, 2024.
– Diseases – Respiratory tract – Pneumonia www.vidal.fr. Accessed March 5, 2024.
– Pneumopathy www.sante-sur-le-net.com. Accessed March 5, 2024.
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