Question
The baby was hospitalized for pneumonia and after one week, the doctor announced there were no more rales and the baby could be discharged. Ten days after discharge, the child occasionally coughs, and the parents are worried about a possible recurrence of the illness. The doctor prescribed liver-protecting medication and another type of medication, but did not explain in detail. What are these medications used for, and why did the doctor instruct to continue taking the liver-protecting medication while discontinuing the other one?
Answer
Based on the description, the baby may have been diagnosed with spontaneous recovery and requires some time for self-recovery. Another possibility is that liver function damage was caused by the use of antibiotics, hence the prescription of liver-protecting medication. It is recommended to continue taking the liver-protecting medication and discontinue the other medications.