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Pneumococci organism
 
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Pneumonia in immunocompromised host

Alternative names:

pneumonia in immunodeficient patient

Treatment:

The goal of treatment is to eliminate the infection with antimicrobial therapy (antibiotics or antifungal agents, usually). The specific agent used will depend on the sensitivity of the organism causing the problem as determined by a culture.

Respiratory treatments to remove secretions and oxygen therapy are often indicated.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome may be poor if the pneumonia is caused by a virus or fungus, or if the patient is severely immunosuppressed.

Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you are immunosuppressed and symptoms of pneumonia develop.

 

Updated Date: 02/09/00

Updated By:J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director, Utah Health Informatics and adam.com editorial


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