Expert answer:
Treatment of pneumonia includes rest, hydration, symptomatic medications for fever and pain, and specific medications for infection such as antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, or antiparasitics.
Anti-inflammatories and other medications may be necessary depending on the origin and complications present in each case.
The patient may also need oxygen and, in more severe cases, may even need to breathe with the aid of appliances.
Physical therapy may also be required, depending on the type and complications present.
In general, treatment begins in an emergency room, from the evaluation of a general practitioner, pediatrician or emergency room and, depending on the case, can be continued at home or in the ward or ICU.
