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acute lobar pneumonia |
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acute lobar pneumonia,
a form of pneumonia characterized by lobar distribution of the consolidation of the serofibrous fluid exuded by the alveoli. The condition results from infection by a virulent type of Streptococcus pneumoniae. The onset is sudden. Symptoms include pleuritic chest pain, dry cough, and rust-colored sputum. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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