Sputum colour: An indicator of Legionella pneumophila pneumonia

We present a case of severe pneumonia with bright orange sputum.Legionella pneumophila pneumonia was diagnosed. Key messageThe sputum colour in patients with severe pneumonia needs to be considered during diagnosis.

Source: Respirology Case Reports - February 29, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Toshiyuki Sumi, Keito Suzuki, Yuta Koshino, Takumi Ikeda, Yuichi Yamada, Hirofumi Chiba Tags: CLINICAL IMAGE Source Type: research