Patient's question:
Previously, the company conducted a health check, and the results revealed Mycoplasma pneumoniae. With children and the elderly at home, we are now concerned about whether Mycoplasma pneumoniae can be transmitted to the children.Doctor's answer:
Pneumonia refers to the inflammation of the terminal airways, alveoli, and interstitial tissues of the lungs. It can be caused by blood-borne microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, as well as physical and chemical factors like radiation and inhaled foreign bodies. Additionally, mycoplasma is a relatively easily infectious microorganism. If someone in the family suffers from mycoplasma pneumonia, other family members need not worry at all. Younger individuals with weakened immunity have a higher chance of infection, and the same applies to the elderly. The best advice now is to carefully observe the child's symptoms.