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1.5. What’s the Deal With Walking Pneumonia?
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Walking pneumonia is caused by a bacterial infection by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It’s called walking pneumonia because of the mild to absent symptoms.
Even though the symptoms are mild, there are still things that can signal Mycoplasma pneumonia. The symptoms tend to build more slowly and can include cough, but also things like sore throat, runny nose fever, and fatigue, which often makes people think that they have a viral infection, rather than a bacterial pneumonia.
This particular bacteria tends to require a different antibiotic than the standard pneumonia antibiotics that are usually prescribed. This is why it’s important to see a doctor if you have any of the following:
- You have linger symptoms that continue after antibiotics are complete
- You have a fever that lasts more than 5 days or has returns after being absent for a few days
- You have a worsening cough, SOB, chest pain, or are coughing up blood
- Something doesn’t feel right or you’re worried
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