Facebook Pixel
EmpowHER Guest
Q: 

Pneumonia. I was diagnosed yesterday and started on antibiodics. Am I contagious

By Anonymous January 12, 2012 - 4:33pm
 
Rate This

and can I work and be around people if I feel okay?

Add a Comment1 Comments

Maryann Gromisch RN
Empowered
Guide

Usually, it takes about 48 hours to an antibiotic to reach levels to effectively destroy the bacteria which caused the pneumonia. Any time after that, I would think you are not contagious. However, be cautious, cover your mouth and nose and wash your hands well.

You may want to stay home at least a week to avoid the possibility of infecting your co-workers.

Maryann

January 12, 2012 - 6:57pm

This Comment

Image CAPTCHA
Enter the characters shown in the image.
By submitting this form, you agree to EmpowHER's terms of service and privacy policy
Add a Comment

All user-generated information on this site is the opinion of its author only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. Members and guests are responsible for their own posts and the potential consequences of those posts detailed in our Terms of Service.