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Is Klebsiella Pneumonia Contagious?

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Question : hi i have klebsiella pneumonia my husband is having open surgery next week is this infectiotios also will they give me a transplant after having this do i have to aviod babys and children
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Answered by Dr. Sassen S Kwasa (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes this is infectious to those close to you.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM: Please note that this organism is seen a lot in hospital settings, however, it would be advisable to avoid contact with sick patients and young patients too out of cautionary measures. you can still have your transplant in the future after effectively treating the pneumonia. I hope this helps.
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Is Klebsiella Pneumonia Contagious?

Brief Answer: Yes this is infectious to those close to you. Detailed Answer: Welcome to HCM: Please note that this organism is seen a lot in hospital settings, however, it would be advisable to avoid contact with sick patients and young patients too out of cautionary measures. you can still have your transplant in the future after effectively treating the pneumonia. I hope this helps.