Atypical pneumonia (walking pneumonia) exhibits diffuse interstitial infiltrates, a gradual onset, and a dry cough, caused by agents like M. pneumoniae, C. pneumoniae, and viruses.
Atypical or interstitial pneumonia, often called "walking pneumonia," is characterized by diffuse patchy interstitial infiltrates (not consolidation), a less acute onset, and a non-productive cough. Common causative agents include M. pneumoniae, C. pneumoniae, and various viruses.
| Front | What are (3) characteristics of atypical pneumonia aka Interstitial pneumonia? |
|---|---|
| Back | Diffuse patchy interstitial infiltrate (no consolidation) which presents as patchy distribution of consolidation and seldom involves entire lobe Less acute onset (hence the term “walking pneumonia”) Non-productive cough (dry cough) M.pneumoniae | C.pneumoniae | Viruses |
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