Pneumonia is a common respiratory infection that inflames the tiny pockets in one or both lungs. These pockets may fill with pus, causing difficulty breathing. Various bacteria, viruses, and fungi can cause pneumonia. Symptoms vary depending on the origin of the infection and a patient's overall health. Common symptoms involve fever, shivering, fa

Pneumonia is a/happens to be/presents as an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. These air sacs may fill with fluid or pus (purulent material), causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, shortness of breath, and sharp pains in the chest. Pneumonia can be caused by a variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses, and