One of the most dangerous diseases of the human respiratory system is acute pneumonia. The fact is that this disease is difficult to identify, and it develops quickly (within 3-4 days). Unlike chronic pneumonia, acute pneumonia is not susceptible to rapid diagnosis, as it is caused by bacterial associations.
The main symptoms of acute pneumonia
Pneumonia is the destruction of the respiratory tissue of the lungs caused by clusters of bacteria, the virus and even radiation therapy. Regardless of what caused the acute pneumonia, it is necessary to fight the disease most effectively. This task is complicated by the fact that the disease is easily confused with SARS and colds, and the provoking factors may coincide. It is impossible to diagnose independently, but the reason for seeking medical help is such signs of acute pneumonia as:
- increased temperature and inefficiency of antipyretic drugs;
- a prolonged cough accompanied by wheezing;
- a catarrhal disease that lasts longer than a week;
- a sharp deterioration in well-being after its improvement;
- shortness of breath ;
- blushing of the skin of the face and body.
Treatment and diagnosis of acute pneumonia
Treatment of acute pneumonia is carried out with the help of antibiotics, but before that the doctor must obtain the results of sputum analysis. Diagnosis of acute pneumonia is difficult due to the fact that sometimes sputum, which is obtained by coughing, does not contain microorganisms that caused the disease, or contain several types of bacteria. To distinguish which of them provoked pneumonia is rather difficult. The most common pathogens are pneumococci and staphylococci, but tuberculosis and mycobacteria can not be ruled out. For a more accurate diagnosis, mucus from the stomach can be taken. This procedure is carried out on an empty stomach in the morning.
During treatment, the patient must comply with bed rest and, along with medicines, use other
- physiotherapy;
- phytotherapy;
- symptomatic means;
- diet.
All these procedures are selected individually, depending on the characteristics of the patient's body. It is very important to take all possible measures on time, as complications of acute pneumonia can lead to the collapse of vital systems. If the treatment is outside the hospital, outpatient, all the recommendations of the doctor are strictly observed.