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Are Sepsis And Pneumonia Contagious Diseases?
OUR SON (55) HAS SEPSIS, DOUBLE PNEUMONIA, KIDNEY STONES & INFECTION. RIGHT NOW, HE IS IN ISOLATION AT THE HOSPITAL, AS THEY ARE CHECKING FOR TB & VALLEY FEVER. HIS HOME LIFE IS VERY UNSTABLE AND WE ARE CONSIDERING OFFERING FOR HIM TO STAY WITH US FOR RECUPERATION. MY HUSBAND IS 81 AND I M 74. WILL WE CATCH ANYTHING?
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Hello,
The tuberculosis and pneumonia can spread by respiratory route by inhalation. You both need to be cautious and avoid direct cough exposure from him. Drink more water and take balanced diet to maintain immunity. Wash hands frequently with soap and water. He needs to take medicine regularly for pneumonia to kill causative organism in him and so prevention of further exposure.
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Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician
The tuberculosis and pneumonia can spread by respiratory route by inhalation. You both need to be cautious and avoid direct cough exposure from him. Drink more water and take balanced diet to maintain immunity. Wash hands frequently with soap and water. He needs to take medicine regularly for pneumonia to kill causative organism in him and so prevention of further exposure.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician
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