Question
My baby has had a high fever, cough, and pneumonia. After taking medication for five days and undergoing inhalation therapy, the doctor’s percussion examination showed no sputum in the lungs, indicating that there is no need to continue taking medication; just a few more days of medication should suffice. The baby received an injection on the 4th day and occasionally coughed during the medication period. Last night, there were more coughing fits, and this morning there was a slight fever of 38.2 degrees Celsius, which dropped to 37.6 degrees an hour later. There’s clear nasal discharge, two chills, and the baby is very energetic. Should we go to the hospital to check? Is the medication not fully effective? How should we resolve this? Looking forward to your response. Thank you very much.
Answer
Based on your specific description, it is advisable for the baby to continue taking the medication with focus. If you have concerns, you can have the baby checked at the hospital. It is recommended to drink more water if there is a low-grade fever, eat a light diet, and pay attention to keeping warm. Keep the room well-ventilated at home. The above content is a suggestion for the question ‘How to treat a baby with high fever, cough, and pneumonia?’ and is hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!