I Don't Have to Tell You that Waling Pneumonia Stinks!

[itself]

Yep, been coughing for four weeks, took Mucinex and Delsum, finally had to see a doctor. I have great energy, no labored breathing, no fever. So beware of walking pneumonia, it can creep up on you!

[Wahine]

Had it twice in 2003. Thought I was fine until I couldn't get my HR to do what I wanted it to on a workout and then the next morning my resting HR was up to 80 beats per minute, from about a 48 normal.

I was way better after the antibiotics but got at it too soon afterward and ended up sick again 4 weeks later.

[missjean]

I've had it a couple of time too, but quite a few years ago - no fun at all.
Take it easy & get well soon!

[Aggie_Ama]

Get well soon! I have been close to it when I have had bronchitis, the last time my doctor put me on an inhaler and ordered me to rest or else he was worried he would be visiting me in the hospital.

[Artista]

Oh no! Hope you feel better soon. I had it about 15 years ago. The antibiotics helped me to feel better within a few days. It still took another month to feel strong again though.

One of the best tips I got during recovery was to take several deep breaths while exhaling fully every hour to clear out any stale air that accumulated in my lungs. Fresh oxygen helps the body fight a lung infection on many levels.

[OakLeaf]

Ugh. My first husband had it when we were together. No fun. Feel better soon.