Question
A newborn on the 17th day of life is experiencing symptoms such as nasal congestion, coughing, sneezing, and yellow nasal discharge. There is also a sound when drinking milk. The hospital X-ray examination confirmed it as pneumonia. How long does neonatal pneumonia usually require treatment before discharge? Is it necessary to rely on X-ray examination for diagnosis?
Answer
Hello, based on your description, the newborn’s symptoms are consistent with a pneumonia diagnosis. The duration of treatment for pneumonia varies depending on the type of bacteria or virus, and it is recommended to actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment plan to prevent the occurrence of other complications. As for whether diagnosis depends on X-ray, it is usually determined based on the changes in symptoms. If you still have doubts about the diagnosis, it is advisable to go to the hospital for further examination to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.