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Viral pneumonia natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Complications
Complications
More serious infections can result in respiratory failure, liver failure, and heart failure. Sometimes, bacterial infections occur during or just after viral pneumonia, which may lead to more serious forms of pneumonia.
Prognosis
Prognosis
Most cases of viral pneumonia are mild and get better without treatment within 1 – 3 weeks, but some cases are more serious and require hospitalization.
References
References
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