Question
A parent asks about their premature baby, who was born a month early. At three months old, the baby had a mild case of pneumonia, which was treated and the baby recovered. However, the baby had another mild pneumonia at six months and one year old, necessitating hospitalization. The parent reports hearing a rattle-like cough at the baby’s second birthday and inquires whether they should be concerned.
Answer
Medical professionals suggest that since the baby is premature and has a weaker constitution, it is more susceptible to illness, which may be related to care and feeding methods. They advise parents to strengthen feeding and pay attention to warmth to reduce the chance of getting sick. Regarding the occasional cough sound heard by the baby, doctors believe it is not something to worry about excessively; it is recommended to let the baby rest and drink plenty of water.