Question
Two days after receiving the 23-valent pneumococcal vaccine, my child developed bronchial pneumonia with slightly fluctuating body temperature. How was the past treatment and its effectiveness? They have fully recovered after five days of hospitalization, but I am concerned about any future effects.
Answer
Pediatric pneumonia is a common and frequent disease that can occur year-round, but it is more prevalent during the cold winter and spring seasons, especially when there are dramatic changes in weather. It can be acute or chronic, but acute onset is more common, usually caused by upper respiratory infections and the spread of bronchitis, or it can be secondary to respiratory infectious diseases such as measles and pertussis. Treatment generally involves intravenous therapy and may include the use of penicillin. It poses a significant threat to a child’s health and usually requires hospitalization.