Bronchopneumonia Treatment | Symptoms, Causes Of

Broncho Pneumonia
What is Bronchopneumonia
Bronchopneumonia is a severe type of pneumonia that is characterized by
multiple areas of isolated and acute consolidation that affects one or more
pulmonary lobes. This condition is similar to ordinary pneumonia, except
that this is a more severe variety whose treatment requires special
attention than its ordinary counterpart.
Causes of Bronchopneumonia
Bronchopneumonia is closely associated with hospital-acquired
pneumonia. In a person suffering from bronchopneumonia, bacteria invade
the lungs, which results to an inflammatory immune response. This
reaction of the lungs leads to the filling of the alveolar sacs with exudates.
As a result, consolidation takes place: a condition wherein the air space in
the lungs is replaced with fluids. Also refer to causes of Pulmonary
Consolidation.
Symptoms of Bronchopneumonia
The following are the common bronchopneumonia symptoms:
 Fever: Any body temperature that goes above 37°C or 98.6°F is
considered fever already.

 In bronchopneumonia, fever may be a symptom for having the

disease especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as
colds, coughing, and difficulty in breathing.
 Cough: Coughing is a natural reaction of the body to the presence of
certain elements that may irritate the throat. Moreover, coughing is
very important to keep the throat and airway clean and clear, thus
making breathing easy. However, if coughing becomes persistent and
especially if it is accompanied by mucus, then it is a sign of something
more serious than ordinary coughing. A person with
bronchopneumonia experiences frequent and excessive coughing,
sometimes accompanied by mucus.
 Chest pain: Any form of chest pain should be a cause for concern for
those affected by bronchopneumonia. Chest pain is frequent and
associated with excessive coughing and difficulty in breathing.
A person with bronchopneumonia easily becomes fatigued and
experiences difficulty in breathing especially after doing some
strenuous exercise or after playing.
 A person with bronchopneumonia not only experiences difficulty in
breathing but also feels that there is also the sensation of not getting
enough air. As a result, the person gasps for air frequently.
Treatments for Bronchopneumonia
The best bronchopneumonia treatment is to get some rest. This is to
provide relief to the body and prevent it from getting fatigued, which is
one of the common symptoms of the disease. On the other hand, one may
prepare a home remedy by mixing lemon juice and honey to help soothe
the throat and help the body expel the mucus that has concentrated in the
lungs.
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