Similar to pneumonia that is common at any age, this is more common with older people who have less resistance than they used to especially those who are bed-ridden or have other mobility problems. The excretory functions of the body decreases with age as the muscles lose their fine-tuned capabilities. Pneumonia can be caused either by a viral or bacterial infection that results in bodily fluid flooding the lungs (blood, mucus, pus…etc.). Many other forms of the disease may result in a variety of symptoms and treatment varies among them. Early detection is the key and if caught early, it can be easily treated. For immobile or bed-ridden people, there are certain exercises and routines that should be performed to prevent the disease or allow healing. Lying down most of the day, the lungs tend to get easily irritated and infected so monitor properly and report any abnormalities in the breathing patterns so proper steps can be taken.