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    Jul 14, 2013, 02:27 PM
    Pneumonia contagious w/Out fever?
    I have had PCP Pneumonia before. About four years ago. I believe I may have it again right now. Q:I am not going to be able to see a dr until tomorrow. Am I contagious if I do NOT have a FEVER?
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    Jul 14, 2013, 02:50 PM
    Pneumonia itself is mot contagious. The CDC says the respritory infection that lead to the pneumonia could be contagious especially in the second week.
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    Jul 14, 2013, 02:53 PM
    It all depends on what caused the pneumonia. Strangely enough the first week of taking antibiotics is when it is most contagious.
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