Lung Infections [OVERVIEW] - Pneumonia | Influenza | Tuberculosis 🦠

What is a lung infection? What are the different types? This video covers all of the most common respiratory infections.
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➡️ Types of Lung Infections:
- Influenza (flu)
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia

Each type of lung infection has its own prognosis. Additionally, the treatment method for each type may vary depending on the severity of the patient’s signs and symptoms.

➡️ Influenza
Influenza (flu) is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects the respiratory system. It is typically spread through coughing or sneezing and can also be contracted by touching an infected surface and then touching your mouth or nose.

➡️ Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacteria that primarily affects the lungs. It is spread through the air and can be contracted by inhaling infected droplets from a cough or sneeze of someone with the infection.

➡️ Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an infection of the bronchi, which are the air passages that lead to the lungs. It is typically caused by a virus and is spread in the same way as the flu.

➡️ Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It is typically spread through coughing or sneezing and can also be contracted by aspirating (breathing in) contaminated food or liquids.

➡️ Signs and Symptoms
While there are many differences, most types of lung infections do share some common signs and symptoms, including the following:
- Coughing up mucus
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing
- Chest pain or tightness
- Fever
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- Loss of appetite

➡️ Treatment Methods
Treatment for a lung infection will vary depending on the type of infection and its severity. For example, influenza is typically treated with antiviral medications, while tuberculosis is treated with antibiotics. In most cases, however, the treatment method should focus on relieving symptoms and supporting respiratory function. This may include bronchodilators, mucolytics, and potentially even intubation and mechanical ventilation in severe cases.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Types of Lung Infections
0:51 - Influenza
1:07 - Tuberculosis
1:22 - Bronchitis
1:36 - Pneumonia
1:59 - Signs and Symptoms
2:12 - Treatment Methods

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