Pathophysiology (Patient Based)

Etiology
Non-modifiable risk factors: Modifiable risk factors:
- Age - Lifestyle
- Sex Virulent Microorganisms - Environment
Streptococcus Pneumoniae
 Microorganism enters the nose
(nasal passages)

Passes to the pharynx, larynx

and trachea

Microorganism enters and

affects both airway and lung
parenchyma

Airway Damage Lung Invasion

Infiltration of Bronchi Flattening of epithelial cells

Infectious organism lodges Macrophages and leukocytes

stimulation in bronchioles

Mucus and phlegm production

Alveolar wall collapse

COUGHING
Increase pyrogen in the body

FEVER Necrosis of bronchial tissue

Narrowing of air passages

DIFFICULTY OF BREATHING