“Pneumonia”
How long can a 90 year old female expect to live with untreated pneumonia?
Female | 94 years old
Complaint duration: 2 weeks
Medications: None
Conditions: Pneumonia
2 Answers
An untreated pneumonia can progress into sepsis which is a life-threatening condition. In few hours the patient can go into septic shock and cardiac arrest.
To get better she need antibiotic treatment. Depending on severity if pneumonia and other underlying medical conditions.
