What is stage 1 of pneumonia?
Stages of Pneumonia Stage 1 congestion. In the first 24 hours of infection, only some bacteria and white blood cells to fight infection are present. The lungs may have increased blood flow and swelling to the airways. Early symptoms are coughing and fatigue. It may take time to recover from pneumonia. Some people feel better and are able to return to their normal routines in 1 to 2 weeks. For others, it can take a month or longer. Most people continue to feel tired for about a month.
What are the four danger signs of pneumonia?
Symptoms of pneumonia High fever (up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit or 40 degrees Celsius) Cough with yellow, green or bloody mucus. Tiredness (fatigue) or weakness. Rapid breathing or shortness of breath. Symptoms of a chest infection a chesty cough – you may cough up green or yellow mucus.