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Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.

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Viral pneumonia causes

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Causes

Causes

Viral pneumonia is more likely to occur in young children and older adults, because their bodies have a harder time fighting off the virus. Viral pneumonia is most often caused by one of several viruses:

People who are at risk for more serious viral pneumonia often have a weakened immune system, including:

  • Adult HIV/AIDS patients
  • Babies who are born too early
  • Children with heart and lung problems
  • People receiving chemotherapy for cancer, or other medications that weaken the immune system.
  • Organ transplant recipients
References

References

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]