Question
The baby has recently been showing symptoms of vomiting bubbles and diarrhea, and the breathing sound is loud during sleep. Is it possible to be neonatal pneumonia?
Answer
The clinical manifestations of neonatal pneumonia differ from those in older children and adults. Firstly, pay attention to the baby’s respiratory rate; the normal breathing frequency of a newborn is between 35 to 45 times per minute, and an elevated frequency indicates a possible abnormality. Secondly, observe whether there is indentation on the chest wall, known as the three Depression signs, where the chest wall rises excessively, and there are indentations in the intercostal spaces and supraclavicular fossa, which may also be signs of pneumonia. Additionally, if the newborn vomits fine white foam, it may also be one of the symptoms of pneumonia. If these symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention for a professional diagnosis.