How long is the treatment period for pneumonia

The duration of treatment for pneumonia varies depending on the pathogen of infection. For pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and staphylococcus, antimicrobial treatment is usually 7-10 days. For pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Chlamydia pneumoniae, the duration of treatment is 14-21 days. For example, viral pneumonia is treated for 10 to 15 days. For pneumonia caused by fungi such as Candida albicans and Aspergillus, the course of antifungal therapy is more than 16 weeks. For example, in the case of Pneumocystis pneumonia contracted by immunocompromised patients, the course of treatment of the pathogen is 2-3 weeks.Adrenal corticosteroids are not required for the treatment of pneumonia. For patients with severe pneumonia with obvious symptoms of poisoning, severe dyspnea, complicated by cerebral edema, toxic encephalopathy, septic shock, respiratory failure, etc. Adrenocorticosteroids can be used for a short period of time, provided that antimicrobial drugs are used adequately. Pneumonia has the characteristics of acute onset, severe symptoms and many complications, so it is necessary to seek medical attention in a regular hospital in time after getting pneumonia, and start treatment as soon as possible after the necessary examinations. Please pay close attention to the condition of the disease, do not diagnose the condition at will, if the condition deteriorates, deteriorates and other serious conditions, please be sure to go to the hospital in time, follow the doctor's instructions, and avoid delaying the time of treatment.