Can pneumonia vaccines prevent mycoplasma pneumonia?

Written by Li Jiao Yan

Neonatology

Updated on September 03, 2024

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There are currently two types of pneumonia vaccines available domestically: the 23-valent polysaccharide vaccine and the 7-valent or 13-valent vaccines. These vaccines primarily prevent infections caused by certain serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae. The pneumonia vaccines cannot prevent Mycoplasma pneumonia, as Mycoplasma and Streptococcus pneumoniae are two different types of pathogens and do not share the same antibodies for protective effects. Thus, the pneumonia vaccines are mainly for preventing diseases related to Streptococcus pneumoniae infections, and are ineffective against Mycoplasma pneumonia.

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The difference between interstitial pneumonia and pneumonia

Interstitial pneumonia, also known as diffuse pulmonary interstitial fibrosis, mainly refers to a disease characterized by the replacement of the lung interstitium with some invisible fibrous tissues, leading to lung atrophy and difficulty breathing as the main manifestations. The pathological site of pneumonia is mainly in the alveoli and lung parenchyma, and patients mainly show symptoms such as coughing, expectoration, and fever, generally not experiencing difficulty breathing. Additionally, interstitial pneumonia and pneumonia have typical and distinct changes in imaging. Through imaging, it is basically possible to differentiate almost completely between interstitial pneumonia and pneumonia without the need for any special techniques.

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symptoms of pneumonia in children

Pneumonia is a particularly common infectious disease of the respiratory system. Children, due to decreased disease resistance and low immunity, are especially susceptible to upper respiratory and lung infections. The main clinical symptoms of childhood pneumonia are fever and cough. Additionally, children may experience loss of appetite and vomiting. When these symptoms occur, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for an examination. The doctor can perform auscultation and collect routine blood tests to preliminarily determine the presence of an infection. If pneumonia is suspected, further imaging studies are recommended for a definitive diagnosis.

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Adult pneumonia symptoms

The main clinical symptoms of pneumonia include cough, expectoration, asthma, chest pain, chills, high fever, etc. If the pneumonia patient has some complications from other systems, symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness may also occur. Once pneumonia is diagnosed, active antimicrobial treatment is necessary, and pneumonia can be cured. Additionally, for patients with low immunity or those who frequently suffer from respiratory diseases, annual influenza and pneumonia vaccinations can be administered for preventive measures.

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Neonatology

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How to completely cure pneumonia in children?

Childhood pneumonia is mainly due to the weaker resistance of children, who are then subjected to the invasion of pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or other agents like chlamydia and mycoplasma, leading to inflammation of the alveoli. Generally, the treatment of pneumonia is mainly targeted at its pathogens. For instance, antiviral treatment is administered for viral infections, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatments are required for bacterial infections, and specific antibiotics such as azithromycin or erythromycin are used for mycoplasma infections. For other types like tuberculosis and some other fungal pneumonias, specific treatments targeting those pathogens are also necessary. If the baby clearly has symptoms like wheezing or difficulty in breathing, symptomatic treatment is required. Therefore, pneumonia in children is mainly treated based on the cause, and as long as the course of treatment is sufficient, it can be cured completely. However, even after recovery, it does not mean a child will never contract pneumonia again. If the child has weak immunity or is in a high-risk environment with exposure to other patients with pneumonia cough, they might be infected again.

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Is pneumonia serious?

Is pneumonia serious, and what will happen if it worsens or goes untreated? Severe pneumonia can lead to septic shock and can even be life-threatening. If pneumonia is not treated or not treated thoroughly, it can deteriorate into the following conditions: First, it can cause lung abscesses and empyema, and even lead to pericarditis, meningitis, and more; Second, the infection can enter the bloodstream, causing bacteremia and even septic shock; Third, the patient's continuous high fever can lead to febrile convulsions and even the possibility of coma; Fourth, extensive pneumonia can reduce the function of the alveoli, causing hypoxia and carbon dioxide retention. Hypoxia can affect the function of the nervous system, and patients with severe pneumonia may experience drowsiness, irritability, and even convulsions and coma.