Question
I don’t know what’s going on, but my child has been crying and fussing a lot lately. I took them to the hospital for a check-up and nothing was found. What symptoms does a newborn have with pneumonia?
Answer
Pneumonia in newborns is a common disease during infancy, usually caused by viruses or bacteria. The initial symptoms of viral pneumonia are similar to a cold, often accompanied by high fever that lasts for 3 to 4 days, along with worsening cough and runny nose. Additionally, there may be rapid breathing and the chest may sink in with each breath. Based on the symptoms you described, this could be an indication of viral pneumonia. Treatment should focus on antiviral and anti-inflammatory measures, which may include intravenous drip therapy and the use of herbal medicine for cooling and detoxification.