Question
My child is 4 years old and has been on medication for almost half a month, including expectorant syrup, anti-inflammatory drugs, and cold medicine. However, there is still a bit of coughing that won’t go away. What are the early symptoms of pediatric pneumonia?
Answer
Early symptoms of pediatric pneumonia include cough and expectoration, as well as fever. Of course, common colds can also present with these symptoms. Therefore, it’s not possible to distinguish between them solely based on symptoms. If the current symptoms are not severe, you can initially use antibiotic treatment and carefully observe the situation. If the child’s mental state deteriorates significantly and there is a marked drop in body temperature, then chest X-rays or scans may be necessary to confirm whether pneumonia is present.