J17: Pneumonia in diseases classified elsewhere
J17.1: Pneumonia in viral diseases classified elsewhere
The lungs are on the left and right side of the ribcage. They are also connected to the nose and mouth via the bronchial tubes and windpipe (trachea).
In your case, the lung inflammation is caused by viruses.
Pneumonia can cause various symptoms. These include shortness of breath, coughing and a high temperature.
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