In our daily lives, we may encounter some common respiratory diseases such as upper respiratory tract infections and pneumonia. Although both diseases involve inflammation of the respiratory tract, they differ significantly in terms of symptoms, symptoms, and prognosis. Therefore, we need to be vigilant against misdiagnosis and correctly distinguish between upper respiratory tract infection and pneumonia so that appropriate measures can be taken in a timely manner. This article will introduce the four major symptoms of pneumonia in detail to help you better understand and identify pneumonia and avoid blind treatment.
1. The difference between pneumonia and upper respiratory tract infection
Upper respiratory tract infection usually refers to inflammation of the respiratory tract above the larynx, including rhinitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, etc. The symptoms of this type of disease mainly include nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, sore throat, etc., and the disease is generally mild, the course of the disease is short, and the prognosis is good. Pneumonia, on the other hand, is an inflammation of the lung tissue, usually caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, mycoplasma, etc. The symptoms of pneumonia are more severe, there may be high fever, cough, sputum production, chest pain, dyspnea, etc., the course of the disease is long, and active ** and care are required.
2. The four major symptoms of pneumonia
1.High fever
Patients with pneumonia often have symptoms of high fever and a body temperature of more than 39. High fever is one of the typical manifestations of pneumonia and is also a defensive response of the body to infection by pathogens. If the high fever persists and does not go away, or if there is a reverse fever, you should seek medical examination in time to rule out the possibility of pneumonia.
2.Cough
Cough is one of the most common symptoms of pneumonia. Patients may have an irritating dry cough that may produce sputum as the disease progresses. The color and character of the sputum may vary depending on the pathogen, such as purulent sputum in bacterial pneumonia and white mucous sputum in viral pneumonia. If the cough persists and is accompanied by symptoms such as sputum production and chest pain, you should seek medical attention in time.
3.Difficulty breathing
Patients with pneumonia may experience symptoms of dyspnea, manifested as shortness of breath, shortness of breath, chest tightness, etc. This is due to inflammation in the lungs that causes dysfunction of ventilation and ventilation in the lungs, leaving the body unable to get enough oxygen. If the symptoms of dyspnea continue to worsen, or even respiratory failure, you should seek medical attention immediately.
4.Chest pain
People with pneumonia may have symptoms of chest pain, especially when coughing or taking deep breaths. Chest pain may be caused by inflammation of the lungs involving the pleura, resulting in pleural inflammation and pain. If chest pain persists or worsens, you should see a doctor to rule out other possible causes.
3. How to avoid misdiagnosis and blind treatment
1.Seek prompt medical attention
Once the above symptoms appear, especially high fever, cough, difficulty breathing, etc., you should seek medical attention in time. Based on the person's medical history, symptoms and signs, the doctor will make a comprehensive diagnosis to confirm whether pneumonia is present. If pneumonia is diagnosed, the patient should actively cooperate with the doctor's ** plan, take medicine on time, and rest, in order to ** as soon as possible**.
2.Avoid self-medication
Some patients may self-procure cold medicine or antibiotics after experiencing the above symptoms**. However, this practice can lead to misdiagnosis and misuse of drugs, which not only fail to be effective** pneumonia, but can also lead to adverse drug reactions and drug resistance. Therefore, patients should follow their doctor's advice and avoid self-medication.
3.Raise health awareness
The key to preventing pneumonia is to raise health awareness and strengthen self-care. In daily life, you should maintain good living habits, such as washing hands frequently, wearing masks, and maintaining indoor ventilation. At the same time, strengthen exercise, enhance physical fitness, and improve resistance to prevent the occurrence of pneumonia. For patients with pneumonia who have been diagnosed, they should pay attention to dietary conditioning, maintain a happy mood, and avoid overwork during the ** period to promote the body**.
4.Pay attention to changes in your condition
During the course of pneumonia, patients should pay close attention to changes in their condition. If the symptoms persist or worsen, you should report the situation to the doctor in time and adjust the ** plan. At the same time, patients and their families should also understand the basic knowledge of pneumonia in order to better cooperate with the doctor's ** and nursing work.
As a common respiratory disease, the symptoms of pneumonia are significantly different from those of upper respiratory tract infections. Through the introduction of this article, we learned about the four major symptoms of pneumonia: high fever, cough, dyspnea, and chest pain. In the face of these symptoms, we should remain vigilant and avoid misdiagnosis and blind treatment. Timely medical check-ups, following doctors' advice, raising health awareness, and paying attention to changes in the condition are the keys to preventing and improving pneumonia. I hope this article can help you better understand and understand pneumonia and escort a healthy life.
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