Recently, a 51-year-old woman named Chen from Jiangsu, China, contracted the flu. After enduring it for more than 10 days, she suddenly collapsed while receiving intravenous therapy. Upon CT examination, it was revealed that she had developed severe pneumonia due to multiple viral infections in her lungs. Chen's lung function was severely compromised, leading to acute respiratory failure, and she is at risk of a life-threatening situation. Doctors explained that Chen's underlying health conditions and compromised immune system, combined with enduring the flu, significantly increased the risk of fungal infections, ultimately leading to "white lungs."
Doctors caution that elderly patients with chronic diseases are at high risk of severe pneumonia. If they experience persistent high fever, difficulty breathing, or other symptoms, they should seek medical attention immediately. Some netizens expressed concerns, stating, "Why endure it? Shouldn't you cherish your life more as you get older?" and "My friend coughed for half a month without it getting serious, didn't go to the hospital, and when we went to the hospital for a checkup during my flu, it turned out she had mycoplasma pneumonia. You still need to be cautious."
He suggests that if there is no persistent high fever, such as a fever lasting more than 3 days, and no obvious symptoms like chest tightness, shortness of breath, and the elderly do not show signs of oxygen deficiency or impaired consciousness, there is no need to go to the hospital for a CT scan. "We can consult with doctors through online platforms to determine whether a hospital visit for a CT scan is necessary," he recommends. However, if there are clear symptoms such as significant chest tightness, shortness of breath, persistent fever, and the blood oxygen saturation of the elderly falls below 93%, it is necessary to seek medical attention and undergo a CT scan at the hospital.
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