Aspiration Pneumonia

Aspiration Pneumonia


Definition

Aspiration pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs and airways to the lungs (bronchial tubes) from breathing in foreign material.

Symptoms

* Bluish discoloration of the skin caused by lack of oxygen
* Chest pain
* Cough
o With foul-smelling phlegm (sputum)
o With sputum containing pus or blood
o With greenish sputum
* Fatigue
* Fever
* Shortness of breath
* Wheezing

Other symptoms that can occur with this disease:

* Breath odor
* Excessive sweating
* Swallowing difficulty

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