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28 Φεβ 2023 · In most cases of pneumonia, a short course of antibiotics over 5–7 days[12,13] brings about clinical improvement and eventual resolution of symptoms over the next 2–3 weeks. Complicated forms of pneumonia respond less favourably to short courses of antibiotics alone.
18 Μαΐ 2021 · In people who have become very frail due to old age and possible chronic diseases such as heart or kidney failure, pneumonia can be so severe that they won't recover. Treatment then no longer aims to cure the disease, but to relieve the symptoms as effectively as possible.
6 Δεκ 2021 · Severe pneumonia is associated with high mortality (short and long term), as well as pulmonary and extrapulmonary complications. Appropriate diagnosis and early initiation of adequate antimicrobial treatment for severe pneumonia are crucial in improving survival among critically ill patients.
13 Σεπ 2017 · Atypical symptoms and exacerbation of underlying illnesses should trigger clinical suspicion of pneumonia. Risk factors for multidrug-resistant organisms are more common in older adults, particularly among LTCF residents, and should be considered when making empiric treatment decisions.
15 Ιουλ 2020 · Based on low-quality evidence, the Pneumonia Severity Index (PSI) is preferred over the CURB-65 (confusion, urea level, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and age 65 or older).
24 Νοε 2020 · What are the symptoms of pneumonia in older adults? The symptoms of pneumonia in older individuals can differ from those in other age groups. Older adults with pneumonia may be more...
5 Ιουλ 2022 · Symptoms of Pneumonia in Older Adults. Despite a serious case of pneumonia, older people—especially those with a weak immune system or other illnesses—may have milder symptoms. Older people may not have a fever with pneumonia. Their body temperature is sometimes lower than normal when they are sick.
