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Pneumonia & Lung Infections treatment in Patna

Expert pneumonia treatment and lung infection care at Navya Hospital Patna.

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Overview

Understanding Pneumonia & Lung Infections

Pneumonia is a serious lung infection causing inflammation and fluid buildup in the air sacs. It can be life-threatening, especially in children, elderly, and immunocompromised patients. At Navya Hospital, we provide prompt diagnosis with chest X-ray and blood tests, IV antibiotic therapy, and ICU care for severe cases.

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Eligible PMJAY patients may be able to receive treatment support for Pneumonia & Lung Infections. Call the hospital to confirm the current verification path.

Symptoms

  • High fever with chills
  • Cough with phlegm (yellow/green/bloody)
  • Severe shortness of breath
  • Chest pain when breathing or coughing
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Confusion (especially in elderly)
  • Bluish lips or nails

Causes and risk factors

  • Bacterial infection (most common)
  • Viral infection (COVID, influenza)
  • Fungal infection
  • Aspiration (food/liquid in lungs)
  • Hospital-acquired infection
  • Weakened immunity

Diagnosis

  • Chest X-ray
  • Blood tests (CBC, CRP, procalcitonin)
  • Sputum culture
  • Pulse oximetry
  • Blood gas analysis for severe cases
  • CT chest for complications

Treatment options

  • Antibiotics (oral or IV based on severity)
  • Antiviral medications if viral cause
  • Oxygen therapy
  • IV fluids
  • Nebulization
  • ICU care for severe pneumonia
  • Chest physiotherapy
  • Follow-up chest X-ray

Prevention

  • Pneumococcal and flu vaccines
  • Good hand hygiene
  • Quit smoking
  • Stay healthy (diet, exercise)
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Avoid close contact with sick people

When to see a doctor

Consult for high fever with cough and breathlessness. EMERGENCY: Severe breathlessness, confusion, chest pain, bluish lips, or oxygen levels below 92%.

FAQ

Common treatment questions

Common symptoms include High fever with chills, Cough with phlegm (yellow/green/bloody), Severe shortness of breath, Chest pain when breathing or coughing, Rapid heartbeat, Fatigue and weakness, Confusion (especially in elderly), Bluish lips or nails. A hospital evaluation is the safest way to confirm the cause.

Yes, this treatment may be covered for eligible PMJAY patients. Call the hospital to confirm the current process for the patient case.

Use the appointment page or call +91 9955997474. For emergency symptoms, use +91 9955997481.

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Emergency support

Use the emergency line if symptoms are severe or sudden.

+91 9955997481