Legionnaires’ Disease
Learn About Legionnaires’ Disease
A type of bacteria called Legionella is present in bodies of fresh water and in its natural state it rarely causes illness. It can cause disease when contained in a human-made structure where bacteria breeds and is then inhaled into your lungs.
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Legionnaires’ Disease Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Legionnaires’ disease usually begins with flu-like symptoms that worsen over a few days. Though there is no vaccine available to prevent Legionnaires’ disease, there are things you can do to make it less likely that you get infected.
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Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Legionnaires’ Disease
Being diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease is serious and requires prompt medical treatment. This is why bringing a list of questions, as well as taking along a trusted family member or friend, may be helpful when talking to your doctor.
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