Community-acquired pneumonia
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) is a type of lung infection that occurs in people who have not recently been hospitalized or lived in a long-term care facility. It's typically caused by bacteria or viruses and can spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms may include cough, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain. It can affect anyone, but certain groups, such as the elderly and those with weakened immune systems, are at higher risk. Treatment often involves antibiotics, rest, and fluids to recover effectively.
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Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is an infection of the lungs that a person catches outside of a hospital setting. It can result from bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Symptoms commonly include cough, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain. CAP can affect anyone but is particularly serious for young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Diagnosis is often made through physical examinations, imaging tests like chest X-rays, and lab tests. Treatment typically involves antibiotics if it's bacterial, and most people recover with proper care. Vaccines can help prevent some types of pneumonia.