Question
My baby is 1 year and 2 months old. The blood white cell count is around 13, and there’s a diagnosis of bronchial pneumonia. The baby has taken medication and feels a bit better, has no fever, coughs not much, and has phlegm. Do I have to give intravenous treatment?
Answer
Based on your description, it seems that your baby’s cough has improved, and the phlegm has decreased, and as long as there is no fever, you can focus on the current treatment without needing intravenous therapy. A 2-month-old child with bronchial pneumonia needs timely treatment, and intravenous treatment may be necessary if required. It is recommended to follow the advice of the attending physician, as the purpose of intravenous treatment is primarily to add medication to promote early recovery from bronchial pneumonia.