Aspiration Pneumonia

Aspiration pneumonia is assessed by the pulmonologist, a specialist in diseases of the lung, who guides the workup when this condition is suspected.

Aspiration pneumonia is a lung infection or inflammation that occurs when food, liquids, saliva, or stomach contents accidentally pass into the airways and reach the lungs.

Risk factors: It is more frequent in people with difficulty swallowing, altered consciousness, or neurological problems that favor the passage of contents into the airways.

Common symptoms: Cough, fever, difficulty breathing, and chest discomfort, sometimes after an episode of choking. If these signs appear, an evaluation with the specialist makes it possible to define the most suitable management.