Pneumonia Overview

Who Is Most At Risk?

Stroke and bedridden patients are high risk. Infants from birth to the age of two and individuals from the age of 65 or older are more susceptible. The increased risk of pneumonia in people with weak immune systems include people with cancer, AIDS, HIV, those on chemotherapy and steroids. Drug abuse, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption raises the risk factors for pneumonia.

Continue reading to learn the symptoms one could expect when suffering with pneumonia.