Pulmonology focuses on diagnosing and treating lung and airway conditions such as asthma, COPD, and pneumonia, as well as overall respiratory health.
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Getting better after a lung infection takes time. The worst symptoms may go away in a week or two, but it often takes longer to feel completely normal again. Many people still feel tired or have a cough for weeks. Preventing lung infections is very important and includes getting vaccinated, practicing good hygiene, and making healthy lifestyle choices. At Liv Hospital, we help patients recover fully and work to prevent future infections, especially for those at higher risk.
Understanding the trajectory of recovery helps manage expectations.
For patients with severe infections or underlying chronic lung disease, formal rehabilitation is beneficial.
Vaccines are the most effective tool for preventing specific types of lung infections.
Simple behavioral changes reduce transmission.
Reducing exposure to lung irritants preserves defense mechanisms.
A healthy lifestyle supports the body’s natural defenses.
For patients at risk of aspiration (stroke, dementia):
Patients with severe or recurrent infections need follow-up.
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It is very common to feel tired for weeks or even months after a severe lung infection; the body expends a tremendous amount of energy to heal the lung tissue.
Yes, having pneumonia once does not make you immune forever; in fact, previous lung damage may slightly increase your risk of getting it again.
No, it only protects against the specific bacteria (Pneumococcus) in the vaccine, which is the most common cause, but not against other bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Protein-rich foods (meat, beans, eggs) help repair tissue, while fruits and vegetables provide antioxidants and vitamins to boost the immune system.
You should return to work only when your fever is gone, you are not contagious, and you have enough energy to get through the day without exhaustion; this varies by individual.
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