Question
My child, who is 3 years old, has been coughing for the past few days, with the coughing being particularly severe at night. There is phlegm, and they also have a high fever and runny nose. The tongue coating is thick. After a detailed medical examination by the doctor, the diagnosis was bronchitis pneumonia. Is the condition severe? Do they need to be hospitalized?
Answer
According to the doctor’s diagnosis, the child has been diagnosed with bronchitis pneumonia, but the condition is not severe at the moment and can initially consider outpatient intravenous treatment. The doctor advises parents to follow medical instructions, strengthen daily care for the child, and cooperate with intravenous injections and medication for an expected improvement in the condition. However, it is crucial to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions for care and closely monitor the child’s condition. If any discomfort is noticed, communication with the doctor should be immediate. After 3 days of treatment, if there is an improvement in the condition, outpatient treatment can continue; if there is no improvement or even worsening, immediate hospitalization should be sought. We hope the child recovers soon!