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pneumonia

pneumonia is a lung infection that can make you very sick. you may cough, run a fever, and have a hard time breathing. it can usually be treated at home, but some people need to go to the hospital.

pneumonia can be caused by bacteria or a virus. antibiotics are used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria.

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