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18 Μαΐ 2021 · What are the signs of pneumonia in older people? Pneumonia can lead to a fever and a cough with phlegm in older people. But these symptoms are often less severe than they are in younger people. And sometimes they don't occur at all, or other symptoms are more noticeable – such as diarrhea or worsening confusion.
28 Φεβ 2023 · The usual steroid regimen for P. jirovecii pneumonia with hypoxaemia consists of prednisolone 40 mg twice daily (days 1–5), followed by 40 mg/day (days 6–10) and then 20 mg/day (days 11–21). More recently, another accepted indication for steroids is COVID-19 pneumonia.
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 likely to:...
6 Δεκ 2021 · Abstract. 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.
In accordance with the current guidelines, all individuals older than 50 years of age should receive annual influenza vaccinations during the autumn and winter. In addition, any person aged over 65 years should receive pneumococcal vaccination.
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).
Key points. •. The incidence of pneumonia increases with increasing age. •. Risk factors for pneumonia include age, male sex, presence of chronic obstructive lung disease, congestive heart failure, smoking, and preceding viral infection.
