PNEUMONIA IN CHILDREN

Abstract

Pneumonia is an acute infectious disease of the lung parenchyma, pneumonia can be caused by viruses, bacteria and fungi. Pneumonia can be prevented through immunization, adequate nutrition, and elimination of environmental factors. Pneumonia caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotics, but only about 30% of children with pneumonia receive the antibiotic they need. Among respiratory diseases, pneumonia is the most important single cause of death among children worldwide. Every year, it claims the lives of approximately 1.1 million children under the age of five. It is the cause of all deaths of children under the age of five worldwide. Pneumonia is ubiquitous, can be prevented with simple measures, and can be treated with simple, inexpensive drugs with proper care and with early detection and timely admission to hospitals of sick children.