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My niece has pneumonia. Could it be Legionnaires' disease?
Query: Hello doctor,My niece was diagnosed with pneumonia, and I am concerned about Legionnaires' disease. Are there specific factors or tests to differentiate and determine if Legionnaires' disease could be the cause of her illness? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Pneumonia and Legionnaires' disease are both respiratory infections caused by different organisms. Pneumonia is typically caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi that spread through the air and infect the lungs. Legionnaire... Read Full »