Infection by Which One of the Following is Often Confused

Question

Infection by which one of the following is often confused with viral pneumonia?
A)Blastomyces
B)Coccidioides
C)Mycoplasma
D)Streptococcus
E)Mycobacterium

Accepted Answer

Mycoplasma pneumonia often presents with similar symptoms to viral pneumonia, such as cough, fever, and chest pain. This can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis if a thorough evaluation is not done.