Question
The child is about five months old and has been coughing for several days. Yesterday, the child had a fever, and after a medical examination, it was diagnosed as bronchial pneumonia, and medication was prescribed for treatment. After taking the medicine last night, the fever subsided, and the coughing also eased, but breathing still seemed uncomfortable. Besides necessary measures, does the child still need to be hospitalized?
Answer
Generally speaking, doctors would recommend hospitalization for treatment of bronchial pneumonia due to its relatively severe nature. In severe cases, it can lead to pulmonary consolidation with symptoms such as difficulty breathing or fatigue, palpitations, which can be very dangerous. Additionally, bronchial pneumonia may be accompanied by severe systemic symptoms, such as high fever, which may cause frequent chills or serious complications. Therefore, hospitalization is necessary for treatment.