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Is Pneumonia A Contagious Disease?
Recently I had the opportunity to speak w a certain healthcare provider who begged to differ with me when I noted that there are forms of pneumonia that can be contagious, specifically viral and bacterial. I hold strongly that I am correct and that certain types are contagious. Am I mistaken?
Tue, 16 Jul 2019
Hello,
Viral infections, in general, are contagious.
Bacterial pneumonia especially tubercular pneumonia is contagious.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
Viral infections, in general, are contagious.
Bacterial pneumonia especially tubercular pneumonia is contagious.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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