The early symptoms of avian influenza are remarkably similar to influenza (the "flu"). CT scan of chest showing consolidation of the left upper lobe (right side of image) from Legionnaire's disease. Chest x-ray showing bilateral lower lobe infiltrates consistent with diagnosis of Legionnaire's disease.
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Legionellosis (Legionnaires' Disease)  Information for adults

Picture of Legionellosis (Legionnaires' Disease): The early symptoms of avian influenza are remarkably similar to influenza (the "flu"). Divider line
The early symptoms of avian influenza are remarkably similar to influenza (the "flu").
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Treatments Your Provider May Prescribe
In order to diagnose legionellosis, your doctor will need to perform specific tests on your sputum (the material that you cough up) and your urine to confirm the presence of the bacterium. The doctor may order a chest X-ray to confirm the diagnosis of pneumonia. There is no definitive blood test for legionellosis. Common antibiotics are used to treat legionellosis.

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