Pneumonia Postoperative

**Pneumonia after surgery** is an infectious lung disease that occurs after surgery on the body. Pneumonia can be caused by various bacteria, viruses, fungi or other microorganisms that enter the lungs through the respiratory tract. In some cases, the infection can be acquired through contact with a person who is already a carrier of the infection.

**Causes of pneumonia after surgery**

One of the most common causes of pneumonia after surgery is the entry of various bacteria or other microorganisms into the lungs, which can then cause inflammation of the lung tissue. This can happen during surgery, when an infection enters the body, or after surgery, when the patient's immunity is weakened and he becomes more susceptible to infections.

Other causes of pneumonia after surgery may include:

- Surgery under general anesthesia, which facilitates access to the lungs, but also reduces the body's immune defense; - Tissue necrosis or other tissue damage in the lungs, which may increase the risk of infection; - Prolonged stay on mechanical ventilation (ALV), which may increase the risk of developing pneumonia in patients.

Pneumonia has various symptoms, which vary depending on the cause of the disease and its severity. Some of these may include:

* Chest pain and shortness of breath; * Heat; * Cough with phlegm; * Fatigue and weakness; * Changes in facial skin color (pallor or jaundice).

If you have any of these symptoms, you should see your doctor for diagnosis