Chest infections are very common and if you’ve ever had one, you’ll know that they are very unpleasant. It’s important to come and see a doctor if you suspect you have a chest infection.
The symptoms of a chest infection will depend upon how old you are, the causes or severity of the infection you have, and any existing medical problems or conditions.
They may develop quickly and severely, or more slowly over time. It is more common to contract pneumonia, which affects the smaller air sacs of the lungs, in the spring or winter. Bronchitis can happen at any time of year but is more common in smokers, those with environmental allergies, children and the elderly, and affects the larger airways.
Chest infections will present with the general symptoms of infection, including:
Chest infections are common, and often mild. In some cases, however, chest infections can develop into more serious cases and may even be life-threatening.
The main symptoms of a chest infection typically include:
Bronchitis is usually caused by a virus, and pneumonia cases are bacterial. It is common to contract a chest infection following a cold or flu virus. Many of these will be mild, although in some cases they can become more serious. Like the common cold, chest infections can be spread via breathing in or touching droplets from the coughs and sneezes of infected people.
The following members of the population will be more at risk for developing serious chest infections:
Chest infections can be very debilitating and need proper medical care. Give us a call or use our online booking system to make an appointment and speak to a specialist who can help you understand the best course of treatment and refer you for any necessary testing.
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