The topic Atypical Pneumonia caused by Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection.

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• Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection is a common bacterial infection of the airways. It is one of the most common causes of atypical pneumonia (lung infection) in the community. The infection is mild in a majority of individuals, but can be severe and fatal if neglected in individuals at risk
• The disease most commonly spreads from one infected individual to another by breathing in of the cough or sneeze droplets released in air. The signs and symptoms usually develop after a long incubation period of 3-4 weeks after exposure to the bacteria
• Nearly 70% of the infected individuals are asymptomatic or present with mild to moderate symptoms of upper airway illness such as throat or ear/sinus infection. The remaining 30% can develop lung infections leading to atypical pneumonia that can rarely become severe, particularly in the elderly and immunocompromised individuals
• In addition to respiratory illnesses, Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection is also associated with chronic conditions, including chronic diseases of the lungs (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and lung cancer), neurological disorders (such as Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and schizophrenia), as well as atherosclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels due to deposition of cholesterol), and arthritis (swelling of the joints)
• The healthcare professional should have a high index of suspicion for Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection. This is especially important since the signs and symptoms may not be very prominent and distinguishable from other causes of atypical pneumonia. The recommended diagnostic test for this infection is the serological test ‘ELISA’ that helps detect antibodies against Chlamydia pneumoniae
• Antibiotic therapy is typically the main course of treatment. Since, a definitive diagnosis takes time, in order to avoid delay in treatment, empirical antibiotics are started on the initial suspicion of atypical pneumonia
• In a majority of individuals, Chlamydia Pneumoniae Infection resolves without any complications, and a complete recovery is observed within about 2 weeks. Presently, there is no vaccine available for this bacterial infection

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