Atypical Pneumonia

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Namrata Dass

PneumoniaTypicalAtypical

Causes:Mycoplasma pneumoniae - young pt - lower lobe involvementChlamydia pneumoniae - mild symptoms, slow recovery - sore throat ,hoarsenessLegionella pneumophila - fresh water, moist soil - extrapulmonary findings and labs

Other causesChlamydia psittaciC. burnettiChlamydia trachomatisViral agents

Investigations:

CBCX raySputum examinationBlood cultureOthers

Sputum examinationColor , amount, consistency, odorGram stainDirect fluorescent antibodyPCRCulture

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