Walking Pneumonia
Walking pneumonia or mycoplasma pneumonia is a special form of bacterial infection. It tends to cause mild symptoms that still allow you to continue your daily activities. The condition usually spread in crowded areas, such as prisons or dorms. A dry and persistent cough is the most common sign. The cough would become worse and bring up mucus. Children usually present with sluggishness or fever before having a cough that worsens at nighttime.
In most cases, symptoms and signs of walking pneumonia, such as body pain or fever, tend to resolve within 5 days. Nevertheless, the cough would last for 4 weeks or even more. If you think that you have this form of pneumonia, make sure to visit your healthcare provider as soon as possible. They may prescribe a suitable antibiotic to speed up recovery and prevent more serious complications. [5]
