No. It's bacterial.
Viral Pneumonia is transmitted from one person to another. It an acute infection and it is an airborne transmitted virus.
Lungs
Pneumonia is a viral infection of your lungs. But its effects can make you feel that you have pneumonia in your shoulders or the whole part of your upper back.
Antibiotics are given, even though the infection is viral, to prevent infection while the body heals.
fluid accumulation in the lungs due to infection. can be bacterial, viral, or fungal in origin.
Pneumonia is a bacterial or viral infection of the lungs. The lungs begin to fill with fluid causing difficulty breathing and high fever.
Viral Pneumonia IS the "scientific" name.
fluid gathers in the lungs and in the worst cases, death!
Influenza starts out as a viral infection, but if not cared for properly, it can turn into pneumonia 2 weeks later.
Pneumonia occurs due to excess fluid being present in your lungs. It can be caused by either a viral infection, a bacterial infection, or another cause entirely. It is best to consult your doctor if you believe you have Pneumonia.
An infection of the lungs caused by bacteria is known as pneumonia, while an infection caused by a virus is called viral pneumonia or pneumonia caused by a specific virus like influenza. Symptoms may include cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Treatment typically involves antibiotics for bacterial pneumonia and supportive care for viral pneumonia.