Our respiratory health can be affected by many factors. Post-Diwali, given that the air quality in the country has dropped down considerably, our lungs are bound to suffer. Doctors and medical professionals are concerned about the acute rise in the number of people suffering with chest pain and breathing issues.

To top it off, lung infections can also take a serious toll on a person. Caused by a virus, bacteria, and sometimes even a fungus, one of the most common types of lung infection is pneumonia, which can go from mild to life-threatening problems. That said, it is extremely crucial to know all about the signs and symptoms of a lung infection and figure out ways to treat it immediately.

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