You should start to feel better 2 to 3 days after startingyour treatment. If you still have a severe cough, troublebreathing, or fever, call your healthcare provider. Tomake sure you’re getting better, contact your healthcareprovider in 2 days to share how you’re feeling. You’llnormally see your healthcare provider in 2 to 3 weeksfor a follow-up visit. Expect to get another chest X-rayin 4 to 6 weeks to make sure the pneumonia is gone.