Question
The newborn was hospitalized at eleven days old due to jaundice and pneumonia for treatment, and was discharged after recovering on the 12th day. One day after discharge, it was found that the baby was breathing rapidly and had phlegm in the throat, but breastfeeding was normal with slight vomiting. After seeking medical attention again, the doctor diagnosed it as pneumonia and recommended continuing treatment. During the visit, the doctor suggested an X-ray examination. Is this necessary? The regular checks of urine and stool are normal, and the results of sputum culture and blood tests have not yet been released. In addition, the doctor prescribed stomach medicine due to vomiting. Will this have any adverse reactions?
Answer
Firstly, all medications can potentially cause side effects. As for whether to undergo an X-ray examination, it is best to avoid it, but its benefits outweigh the potential risks when necessary. Doctors only recommend this examination when they are certain of its necessity to understand the baby’s lung condition. Typically, unless it is absolutely necessary, doctors will not require infants to undergo it, as they too are human and have compassion for children. They would not easily recommend a test even if it were their own child. Furthermore, regarding the need for re-admission for treatment, this does not necessarily mean the situation is severe or difficult to treat. You should have confidence in yourself. It may just require a few more days of hospitalization. Wishing the baby a swift recovery.