“Can you catch pneumonia from someone who has it?”
I am a 17 year old male. I want to know if you can catch pneumonia from someone who has it?
4 Answers
If your immune system is weak you can be vulnerable.
The simple answer is NO.
Yes, if they are still shedding the bacteria or virus or fungus, etc.
Yes, one can catch pneumonia from someone else who has it. The usual way is through sharing body fluids, like coughing into the air then rebreathing it.
Best to stay away from the person, and have them avoid coughing on or toward you. You can stay six feet away and wear a face mask and gloves. Wash hands often (sing Happy Birthday twice), and avoid touching the face.
Many healthy spouses have lived with an otherwise healthy partner without also catching pneumonia. If your immune system is compromised, consider high-potency vitamin C and immune defense supplements.
Also, of course watch that the primary infection could be coronavirus, with pneumonia as the secondary infection and if you have doubts, be seen by your primary care doctor on telemedicine.
Stay well, stay indoors.
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Best to stay away from the person, and have them avoid coughing on or toward you. You can stay six feet away and wear a face mask and gloves. Wash hands often (sing Happy Birthday twice), and avoid touching the face.
Many healthy spouses have lived with an otherwise healthy partner without also catching pneumonia. If your immune system is compromised, consider high-potency vitamin C and immune defense supplements.
Also, of course watch that the primary infection could be coronavirus, with pneumonia as the secondary infection and if you have doubts, be seen by your primary care doctor on telemedicine.
Stay well, stay indoors.
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