Atypical pneumonia and vegetarian food

In recent weeks, the whole world is in panic about the so-called “SARS”. Meanwhile, the term “atypical pneumonia” entered into practice as early as the 40s of the 20th century and was used to characterize pneumonia, which are difficult to treat with sulfa drugs and penicillin. In recent years, the group of “atypical pneumonia” has been replenished with pathogens that are very different in their biology. The infections they cause are significantly different in the clinic, epidemiology, the conditions of the pathogen circulation and the ways of their transmission. Despite these circumstances, the term “atypical pneumonia”, not being a strictly scientific definition, is quite firmly established in medical practice. Continue reading →