Question
The child is three months old and is suspected to have developed a cough due to catching a cold. The doctor has diagnosed it as pneumonia. After a week of treatment, the symptoms have not improved, and the parents are asking about when the child can recover and whether hospital transfer is necessary.
Answer
Pneumonia is a common pediatric disease, usually caused by bacterial or viral infections, with an average course of about 12 weeks. The focus of treatment includes anti-inflammatory, bronchodilatory, and expectorant measures. The child needs to drink plenty of water, and family members can help with back patting to expel phlegm. In daily life, family members are the main source of infection for newborns, so it is recommended to maintain good personal hygiene habits to prevent infection. Currently, the child is in the early stage of pneumonia, and there is a possibility of worsening cough. However, with proper treatment, the condition is expected to improve. Newborn pneumonia in winter is easier to treat and the course is shorter. Wishing for the child’s early recovery!