Question

My child has had a persistent cough for over a week, mainly at bedtime and when going to sleep. We’ve tried steaming pears and taking Fructus Trichosanthis, but the effect was not significant. Later, we switched to azithromycin cough syrup and it improved. There’s some coughing in the morning, and it has been diagnosed as bronchial pneumonia. The doctor suggested intravenous treatment, but I’m not sure if it’s necessary. Does pediatric pneumonia always require intravenous treatment?

Answer

The treatment for pediatric pneumonia should be determined based on the condition. The type of pneumonia your child has is more common in infancy and may be caused by Staphylococcus aureus infection. If the child has symptoms of mycoplasma pneumonia with high fever, etc., intravenous treatment is usually recommended. If the symptoms are mild, some medications sensitive to mycoplasma infection, such as azithromycin or clarithromycin, can be considered. Additionally, medications like Shuanghuanglian Granules can also be used for treatment.