Question
What causes pediatric pneumonia?
Answer
The causes of pediatric pneumonia may include exposure to cold, infection with various pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and mycoplasma pneumoniae. Common pathogens include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, and viruses like respiratory syncytial virus, influenza virus, enterovirus, and cytomegalovirus.