Question

Many diseases can be diagnosed by observing the symptoms in the patient. Which group of symptoms are indicative of pneumonia ?
A. Difficulty in respiration, fever, chils, cough, headache
B. Constipation, abdominal pain, cramps, blood clots
C. Nasal congestion and discharge, cough, sorethroat, headache
D. High fever, weakness, stomach pain, loss of appetite and constipation

Answer 1

Correct Answer - A
Bacteria like Steptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae are responsible for the disease pneumonia in humans which infects the alveoli (air filled sacs) of the lungs. As a result of the infection, the alveoli get filled with fluid leading to severe problems in respiration. The symptoms of pneumonia include fever, chills, cough and headache.