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Viral pneumonia
A lung infection caused by viruses, such as the influenza (flu) A and B viruses.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
Is a type of:
How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Why would a doctor prescribe an antibiotic for a patient with viral pneumonia? I am doing a paper for school and can't find this answer anywhere
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