What are the causes of Lung Infection?
Bacteria, viruses and fungi are germs that cause infection, bacteria cause most of the lung infections in people with CF. The most common types of bacteria in adults with CF are Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Haemophilus influenzae. Burkholderia cepacia and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia are less common bacteria that are known to cause infection in some people with CF. Viruses and fungi can also cause infections. What are the types of Lung Infection? There are two types of lung infection: chronic infection and acute exacerbation (or a sharp worsening of symptoms). Chronic infection is an infection that is present nearly all the time, with fairly mild symptoms. Exacerbations are periods of noticeable increases in the signs and symptoms of the infection, including a decline in lung function. A sharp or sudden worsening of symptoms is in itself a symptom o fan acute exacerbation. Cycle of Lung Infection in C F Chronic lung infection Inflammation Cells die and release enzy
