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Atypical pneumonia refers to pneumonia caused by certain bacteria -- namely, Legionella pneumophila , Mycoplasma pneumoniae , and Chlamydophila pneumoniae . While atypical pneumonias are commonly associated with milder ...
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Symptoms
Chills; Fevers; Cough; Headache; Muscle stiffness and aching; Rapid breathing; Shortness of breath; Loss of appetite; M...
Causes
Atypical pneumonia due to Mycoplasma and Chlamydophila usually cause milder forms of pneumonia and are characterized by...
Tests
People with suspected pneumonia should undergo a medical evaluation, including a thorough physical exam and a chest x-r...
Treatments
The mainstay of treatment for atypical pneumonia is antibiotic therapy. In mild cases, treatment with oral antibiotics ...
Complications
Respiratory failure, mechanical ventilation - especially in severe forms of pneumonia due to Legionella; Rash and hemol...
Prevention
There are no proven methods for preventing atypical pneumonia, and no vaccinations are available at this time for atypi...
Doctor Specialties
Seek medical evaluation if you develop fevers, cough, and/or shortness of breath. While there are numerous causes for t...
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