LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS

Lower respiratory tract infection are any infection in the lungs or below the voice box. These include pneumonia, bronchitis, and tuberculosis.


Symtoms


  • dry cough
  • mild sore throat
  • dull headach
  • fever
  • stuffed up or a runny nose
  • wheezing
  • rapid breathing
  • difficulty breathing
  • chest pain
  • blue tint to the skin

Cause and Risk Factors

  • fungal infection
  • viruses, as with the flu 
  • bacteria, such as Streptococcus or Staphylococcus aureus
  • dust 
  • tobacco smoke
  • chemicals 
  • mycoplasma 
  • air pollution
  • allergens
       Risk factors
  • being more than 65 years old
  • recent surgery
  • recent cold or flu
  • being under 5 years old

Diagnosis

    The doctor may order tests to help diagnose the problem, such as
  • mucus sample to look for bacteria and virus
  • chest X- ray to check for pneumonia
  • blood tests to check for bacteria and viruses
  • pulse oximetry to find how much oxygen is in the blood

Treatment


  • over the counter medication for a cough or fever
  • plenty of rest
  • drinking plenty of fluids

Recovery time


  According to the American lung Association a healthy young adult can recover from a lower respiratory tract infection such as pneumonia, in around 1 week . for older adults it may take several weeks to make a full recovery.

Prevention

  • getting a flu shot every year
  • avoiding known irritants, such as chemicals, fumes, and tobacco
  • washing their hands frequently
  • avoiding touching the face with unwashed hands
  • staying away from people with respiratory symptoms
  • cleaning and disinfecting surfaces regularly

Complications

  • respiratory failure
  • lung abscesses
  • respiratory arrest 
  • congestive heart failure
  • sepsis, which is a blood infection that can lead to organ shutdown

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