Is bronchopneumonia a type of pneumonia?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on April 29, 2025
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Undoubtedly, bronchopneumonia is a type of pneumonia, also known as lobular pneumonia. If imaged, the X-ray shows irregular patchy shadows distributed along the lung markings, with the edges light and fuzzy without signs of consolidation. It often occurs in the lower lobes of the lungs. The most common pathogens are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, viruses, etc. Common symptoms include fever, cough, expectoration, and some patients may experience chest pain, chest tightness, and hemoptysis.

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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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Pediatric pneumonia nursing measures

The nursing measures for children's pneumonia include ensuring indoor air circulation, maintaining a temperature between 18 to 24 degrees Celsius, and keeping humidity at 60%. Nutritionally rich diets should be provided. For severely ill children who have difficulty eating, parenteral nutrition can be given. Nursing care should include regular changes in position to reduce lung congestion, frequent back patting to help absorb inflammation and expel phlegm, isolation to prevent cross-infection, and attention to the replenishment and correction of water and electrolytes. Electrolyte imbalance should be addressed, and proper fluid supplementation can also help in opening the airways, but it is important to ensure that the infusion rate is not too fast as it may increase the burden on the heart.

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Symptoms of pneumonia cough in children

Pneumonia in infants commonly occurs in young children, especially those under two years of age. The onset of the disease is usually rapid, starting with symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections that gradually evolve into more pronounced respiratory symptoms. The cough is frequent, initially a dry, irritating cough, that progressively worsens as the disease advances. In cases of severe pneumonia, the cough may actually lessen. During the recovery phase, the cough gradually diminishes and rattling sounds can be heard in the throat due to mucus. After the mucus is cleared, there may still be occasional bouts of irritating dry cough, which will slowly subside.

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Pneumonia symptoms in children

Children presenting with pneumonia primarily exhibit symptoms related to respiratory infections, with fever often as a typical manifestation. Common symptoms include sudden chills, high fever, fatigue, headache, nausea, and vomiting, followed by an irritative dry cough. As the condition progresses, the dry cough turns into a productive cough with phlegm, accompanied by difficulty breathing, chest pain, and expectoration. Some may also show signs of oxygen deprivation such as cyanosis of the lips and changes in nail color. Active chest X-ray and routine blood tests are necessary for diagnosis.

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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.