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Pneumonia can be caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi.

What we found

Pneumonia is a lung infection. Different germs can cause it: bacteria, viruses or fungi.

Why we gave this result

WHO says pneumonia is caused by viruses, bacteria and fungi. The NHS says it is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection and can be caused by a fungal infection.

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