Question
Hello! My son is 18 days old. Today, during a check-up at the children’s hospital, he was diagnosed with pneumonia. The doctor said it’s best to be hospitalized for treatment. How long does it usually take to be hospitalized? What is neonatal pneumonia? How much does hospitalization cost? Will there be any complications left behind?
Answer
Pneumonia is a common and often occurring disease in children, which can occur throughout the year. However, it is more common during the cold seasons of winter and spring and during sudden changes in weather. The onset of the disease can be either quick or slow, but acute cases are more common. It is mainly caused by the spread of upper respiratory infections and bronchitis. It may also be secondary to respiratory infectious diseases, such as measles and whooping cough. This disease poses a significant threat to children’s health. Treatment usually requires intravenous therapy, and piperacillin can be tried. The cost of hospitalization is generally around 4,000 yuan, and you can be discharged in about a month.