**Pneumonia** is an inflammation of the lungs that can be caused by various microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria or fungi. It can manifest itself in various forms and have many causes. The most common cause of pneumonia is a bacterial infection. Pneumonia can lead to serious complications such as congestive pulmonary failure, respiratory failure, and even death.
In 2021, scientists from South Africa announced the discovery of a new type of pneumonia - “oleopneumonia”, which causes acute respiratory distress syndrome without responding to antibiotics. This is stated in a scientific article published in the journal _Pathogens