Question
The child was hospitalized for 12 days with aspiration pneumonia, during which they were treated with cefoxitin and various lung-cooling and blood-cooling medications, including nebulizer inhalation. After discharge, the doctor prescribed cefprozil and Pulley cough medicine for consolidation, and after about ten days of taking the medication, the baby developed a low fever (about 37.5℃) and occasional cough. Subsequently, red spots similar to eczema appeared all over the body. After hospital examination, it was confirmed to be drug-induced dermatitis. After using calamine lotion, there was some improvement, but the frequency of coughing increased, and the child was readmitted. Blood tests showed that transaminase levels rose to 75. Treatment continued with cefoxitin and various cough suppressants as well as nebulizer inhalation. After seven days, the cough stopped, but transaminase levels rose to 136. Due to difficulty in finding veins in the child, multiple needle sticks were required each time, and the hospital recommended discharge. The doctor indicated liver damage and prescribed oral glucuronic acid tablets. Three days after discharge, the baby had a slight cough again. What is going on?
Answer
Tracheitis is a common respiratory disease. If accompanied by bacterial infection and not treated effectively in a timely manner, it may develop into chronic tracheitis, leading to difficulty in curing it. In cases where oral medication is ineffective, it is recommended to start intravenous treatment as soon as possible, using drugs such as cefotaxime or aminophylline. At the same time, pay attention to drinking plenty of water, avoiding foods that may cause diarrhea, maintaining rest, and preventing overexertion and catching a cold.